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.
The Bat’s Sixth Sense: How Bats Navigate Using Their Eyes
Throughout human history, we have depended on technology to help us navigate large distances. However, many animals possess an innate ability to navigate without any ...
Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) Species Guide
Species Guide: Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)Family: Regulidae APPEARANCE The Goldcrest is the smallest bird in Europe. They are rotund birds with ...
Identifying Gulls In The British Isles (Part 1)
This article covers the most common gulls that you might see in the British Isles. Did You Know? There are over ...
Common Toad (Bufo bufo) Species Guide
Species Guide: Common Toad (Bufo bufo)Family: Bufonidae APPEARANCE The Common Toad has olive-brown skin. Their heads are broad with wide ...
Identifying the Chaffinch & Brambling | A Comprehensive Guide
Family: Fringillidae The Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) is one of the most familiar and widely recognized birds in Europe. It can ...
Evolution of Mimicking In The Superb Lyrebird
Species: Superb Lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae)Family: Menuridae This article is all about one of nature’s greatest impersonators, the Lyrebird! The Lyrebird ...
Common Birds and Their Eggs Explained
Introduction During late spring and early summer, you occasionally come across eggshells and may wonder what species of bird they ...
Purple Sandpiper (Calidris maritima) Species Guide
Species Guide: Purple Sandpiper (Calidris maritima)Family: Scolopacidae APPEARANCE The Purple Sandpiper is a wading bird. They are short and stout ...
Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus) Species Guide
Species Guide: Whooper Swan (Cygnus cygnus)Family: Anatidae APPEARANCE The Whooper is a large swan, predominantly white, with a black bill ...
Evolution of Brood Parasitism in The Common Cuckoo
This article explores the evolution and breeding strategy of the Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) Species: Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)Family: Cuculidae ...
