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.

Identifying The Cormorant And Shag: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Cormorant And Shag Introduction The Cormorant & Shag are two species of birds which are frequently confused with each other. Both ...

Swallows Evolution

Swallows Evolution: Adapting to Human Environments

David Coultham

In this article we look at the swallows evolution and explore how they successfully adapted to human habitats. The planet ...

Eurasian Wolf (Canis lupus lupus) Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Eurasian Wolf (Canis lupus lupus)Family: Canidae The Eurasian Wolf is also known as a European Wolf, Common Wolf, ...

10 Amazing Facts About The Great White Shark

David Coultham

This article is 10 Amazing Fun Facts About the Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias). Family: Lamnidae FACT #1 They Live ...

Western Barn Owl (Tyto alba) Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Information: Western Barn Owl (Tyto alba)Family: Tytonidae APPEARANCE The male and female Barn Owls look similar in appearance. They have a heart-shaped ...

10 Amazing Fun Facts About Magpies

David Coultham

Species: Eurasian Magpie (Pica pica)Family: Corvidae FACT #1 They Are Associated With Good & Evil Like many animals that are ...

American Mink Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: American Mink (Neovison vison)Family: Mustelidae APPEARANCE Mink are often mistaken for otters since they both inhabit similar semi-aquatic ...

Identifying Rock Pipits And Meadow Pipits – A Comprehensive Guide

David Coultham

In this guide, we step through the key features to look for so you can identify Rock Pipits (Anthus petrosus) ...

Identifying Green Finches In Your Garden – A Comprehensive Guide

David Coultham

In this Bird Identification Guide, we are looking at some of the most common green-colored finches that you might see ...

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)Family: Alcedinidae APPEARANCE The Common or Eurasian Kingfisher is instantly recognizable with shiny metallic blue ...