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.

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 ...

Dunnock (Prunella modularis)

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Dunnock (Prunella modularis)Family: Prunellidae Appearance When viewed from a distance, dunnocks may appear as unremarkable birds with predominantly ...

Carrion Crow

Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Carrion Crow (Corvus corone)Family: Corvidae Appearance The Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) is characterized by its entirely black plumage, which exhibits ...

Sperm Whale Master Of The Deep

Sperm Whales: Masters Of The Deep

David Coultham

Family: PhyseteridaeSpecies: Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) Across more than two-thirds of our planet lies a wilderness we still barely comprehend. ...

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 ...

Newts In The British Isles

Amazing Salamanders In The British Isles

David Coultham

This article is about Salamanders in the British Isles. Newts are part of the Salamander family, and are semi-aquatic amphibians, ...

Orca Whale

15 Fun Amazing Facts About The Orca

David Coultham

Species: Orca (Orcinus orca)Family: Delphinidae FACT #1 What’s In A Name? The Orca is a member of the dolphin family. Historically, Orcas were called ...

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, ...

Amazing Fun Facts About Waxwings

10 Amazing Fun Facts About Waxwings

David Coultham

This article covers 10 Amazing & Fun Facts about the Waxwing. Family: Bombycillidae FACT #1 There are three species of ...

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 ...