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.
Eurasian Otter Species Guide
Species Guide: Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) Family: Mustelidae Eurasian Otters (Lutra lutra) suffered significantly in the UK and were virtually ...
Slow Worm (Anguis fragilis) Species Guide
Species Guide: Slow Worm (Anguis fragilis)Family: Anguidae Slow Worm Appearance Despite their name, slow worms are reptiles and not worms. ...
Stonechat (Saxicola rubicola) Species Guide
Species Guide: Stonechat (Saxicola rubicola)Family: Muscicapidae APPEARANCE The Stonechat is a small chat with a striking pattern. They are roughly ...
White-Throated Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) Species Guide
Species Guide: White-Thoated Dipper (Cinclus cinclus)Family: Cinclidae APPEARANCE Adult White-Throated Dippers (scientific name Cinclus cinclus) are predominantly dark brown with ...
Identifying and Listening to the Five Owl Species in the British Isles
Spotting the five owl species in the British Isles can be quite challenging. Except for the Short-Eared Owl, they are ...
Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dryobates minor) Species Guide
Species Guide: Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dryobates Minor)Family: Picidae You may also be interested in our Woodpeckers In The British Isles ...
Eurasian Wryneck Species Guide
Species Guide: Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla)Family: Picidae APPEARANCE The Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla) is part of the woodpecker family. Once ...
Mustelids In The British Isles
This article is about the Mustelids resident in the British Isles. The term Mustelid refers to a diverse family of ...
Mountain Hare Species Guide
Species Guide: Mountain Hare (Lepus timidus)Family: Leporidae APPEARANCE The Mountain Hare has brown fur in the summer months and will ...
Humpback Whale Species Guide
Species Guide: Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae)Family: Balaenopteridae APPEARANCE There’s something very majestic and awe-inspiring about the Humpback Whale. They are ...
