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.

Merlin vs Falcon

How to tell a Kestrel from a Merlin – a field guide for bird enthusiasts

David Coultham

In this guide we learn how to tell a Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) vs Merlin (Falco columbarius) Quick answer first: Kestrels ...

Common Redstart vs Black Redstart

Bird Identification Guide | Common Redstart vs Black Redstart

David Coultham

Family: Muscicapidae In the soft light of a summer morning, a flash of red catches the eye. A small bird ...

A Guide To Identifying Winter Auks

A Guide to Identifying Winter Auks on UK Shores

David Coultham

Family: Alcidae Spotting auks during the summer breeding season is relatively straightforward. Their striking plumage and presence at coastal colonies ...

Surviving The Freeze

Surviving The Freeze: How Birds Survive The Winter

David Coultham

In the heart of winter, when the world lies silent and the land glistens beneath a sheet of frost, life ...

European Buzzards

Bird Identification Guide: European Buzzards

David Coultham

If you’ve ever gazed up at a soaring bird of prey, wondering, “Is that a buzzard, or could it be ...

Night Time Singers

Top Nighttime Songbirds You Should Hear

David Coultham

Welcome to Wildlife In Focus. Birdsong has long fascinated humans, particularly the melodious singing that occurs during the quiet hours ...

Bird Identification Skylark vs Woodlark

Bird Identification Guide: Skylark Vs Woodlark

David Coultham

In the vast open skies of Britain, a voice carries on the wind… It is the voice of a lark, ...

Bird Identification Guide: European Grouse

Bird Identification: Common Grouse In Europe

David Coultham

Family: PhasianidaeAcross the wild uplands and forests of Europe, several species of grouse can be found. These plump birds, with ...

How Plants Became Killers

How Carnivorous Plants Evolved: The Secret Science Behind Pitcher Plants

David Coultham

What if I told you plants on three different continents, completely unrelated, all evolved to eat bugs using almost the same molecular tricks? ...

Living In The Dark: Why Some Animals Lack Eyes

Living In The Dark: Why Some Animals Lack Eyes

David Coultham

Living In The Dark –  Why Some Animals Lack Eyes: The answer lies in the intriguing relationship between natural selection, ...