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Black bear hotspots page.

With a population exceeding one million, black bears are the most numerous ursids in North America – and you can see them in locations from Alaska to North Carolina.

DPS of Your Letters pages in the January 2013 issue of BBC Wildlife.

Thank you to everyone who wrote to us to share their favourite memories of BBC Wildlife. 

We were overwhelmed by the number of letters we received, so many we could not fit them all into the January issue of the magazine, so we decided to share them with you online. Enjoy! 

Welcome to the BBC Wildlife shark zone where you can find out all you ever wanted to know about these fascinating fish. 

Sharks in the UK page spread.

An impressive variety of big sharks – possibly even great whites – patrol Britain’s productive seas, but the threats they face are mounting. Richard Peirce asks if we can learn to live with these magnificent, misunderstood predators.

Water-vole feature opening spread November 2012 issue.

Visit these top spots for a water vole encounter to remember. 

Large UK sharks spotter's guide

More than 30 species of shark have been recorded off British coasts. Here are seven of the largest, most impressive predatory species.

Attenborough 60 Years in the Wild publicity image

In the six decades since his first wildlife film was broadcast, Sir David Attenborough’s programmes have consistently launched new formats, concepts and technology. This selection of classic clips demonstrates how his programmes transformed our understanding of the natural world. 

Attenborough 60 Years in the Wild publicity image

Sir David shares the secrets of pioneering film-making. 

How does a caterpillar turn into a butterfly? spread

The metamorphosis from furry crawler to winged beauty is nothing short of miraculous – but how is it achieved, and what happens inside that pupa?

Attenborough 60 Years in the Wild publicity image

Sir David reveals the 10 weird or wonderful creatures he would save.