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Behind the scenes of The Green Planet

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Garden birds

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British wildlife in January

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Wildlife photography galleries

See incredible images of flora and fauna by talented photographers around the world

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Animal species

Learn more about your favourite wildlife species, including identification, diet and habitat

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Wildlife gardening

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Plants

Learn more about different species of plants

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