Wildlife In Focus

Welcome to Wildlife in Focus, a curated collection of articles dedicated to the diverse and captivating wildlife of the UK and beyond. This section of In Focus offers in-depth insights into the lives of various species, from elusive mammals to vibrant birds and fascinating marine life.

Each article combines detailed observations with stunning photography, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of animal behaviors, habitats, and conservation statuses. Whether you’re interested in the playful antics of otters, the majestic flight of birds of prey, or the mysterious depths inhabited by sharks, there’s something here to pique your curiosity.

Spotted Owl: Species Guide

Spotted Owl: Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Spotted Owl (Strix occidentalis)Family: Strigidae The Spotted Owl is a medium-sized owl native to western North America, recognized ...

Great Grey Owl Species Guide

Great Grey Owl Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Great Grey Owl (Strix nebulosa)Family: Strigidae The Great Grey Owl is a striking bird of prey found across ...

Ring Ouzel Species Guide

Ring Ouzel Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Ring Ouzel (Turdus torquatus)Family: Turdidae The Ring Ouzel is a medium-sized member of the thrush family found mainly ...

Ring Ouzel vs Eurasian Blackbird

Bird Identification Guide: Ring Ouzel vs Eurasian Blackbird

David Coultham

Family: Turdidae The Ring Ouzel (Turdus torquatus) and the Blackbird (Turdus merula) are closely related species, and at first glance, ...

Great Horned Owl Species Guide

Great Horned Owl Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus)Family: Strigidae The Great Horned Owl is a large, widely distributed raptor native to ...

Long-eared Owl Species Guide

Species Guide: Long-eared Owl

David Coultham

Species Guide: Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)Family: Strigidae The Long-eared Owl, is a medium-sized, widely distributed owl found across much of Europe, ...

Ultimate Guide To The Owls of The USA

David Coultham

In the Ultimate Guide to the Owls of the USA, we look at the 16 main owl species found across ...

Highland Cow Species Guide

Highland Cow Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Highland Cow (Bos taurus taurus) Family: Bovidae The Highland cow, also known as Highland cattle, is a distinctive ...

Northern Cardinal Species Guide

Northern Cardinal Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)Family: Cardinalidae The Northern Cardinal, often simply “cardinal” or “redbird,” is one of North America’s ...

Snowy Owl Species Guide

Snowy Owl Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus, formerly Nyctea scandiaca)Family: Strigidae The Snowy Owl is one of the most iconic Arctic birds: ...

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