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The UK's biggest birding festival returns this summer – and BBC Wildlife will be there too
The UK's biggest birding festival returns to Rutland with talks, workshops and book signings
Black leopards are quietly thriving in the British countryside – here’s the whole incredible story
Rick Minter, podcast host and author of Big Cats: Facing Britain's Wild Predators, says that sightings and DNA tests suggest that large cats such as black leopards are quietly naturalising in Britain.
Where is Winterwatch 2025 being filmed? A guide to its truly unique location and the extraordinary wildlife found there
This year Winterwatch is being broadcast from RSPB Arne, but where is it and why is it such a special habitat?
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The UK's most spectacular winter bird flocks
Millions of starlings, tens of thousands of waders, hundreds of pied wagtails - the UK is home to some incredible winter flocks, and we've got everything you need to know to track them down.
Why are the cliffs of the Jurassic Coast filled with dinosaur fossils?
Anjana Khatwa explains why the Jurassic Coast is a Mecca for fossil hunters
5 top places to see wildlife in Dorset
Dorset is a county rich in biological diversity and natural habitats. Here we share some of our favourite places to see wildlife there, including little terns and red squirrels.
10 historic sites to enjoy wildlife this summer
If you enjoy soaking up a bit of history while out spotting wildlife, you'll love visiting these wild and crumbling ruins across the UK
Where and when to see leaping salmon in the UK
Get settled by the water's edge this autumn and marvel at Atlantic salmon bravely leaping homewards to reproduce.
Wild Isles: episode two – what's it all about?
Battling purple emperor butterflies, a subterranean network of fungi known as the ‘wood wide web’ and honey buzzards with a taste for wasp grubs: what was it like filming Wild Isles ? And what can you expect to see? Cameraman Simon King reveals his favourite species from the series and the biggest technical challenges.
HS2 in firing line for wildlife impacts
Wildlife conservationists say the company behind the multi-billion high-speed rail project has got its calculations on biodiversity losses badly wrong
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in the Midlands
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the Midlands – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite place in the UK to spot wildlife
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the UK – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in the South East
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the South East – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spots in Greater London
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in Greater London – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in Northern Ireland
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the Northern Ireland – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in the North East and North West of England
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the north of England – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in Yorkshire and Humberside
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in Yorkshire and Humberside – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in South West
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the South West – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spots in Scotland
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in Scotland – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in the East and Jersey
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in the east of the UK and Jersey – vote for the one you love the most!
Vote for your favourite wildlife spot in Wales
Our experts share their favourite places for wildlife in Wales – vote for the one you love the most!
6 urban UK species and where to find them
Discover some of the fascinating wildlife that shares our cities, from red grouse in Bradford to fen raft spiders in Swansea.
Claim your FREE National Trust family tickets this autumn
With its fantastic free tickets giveaway, the National Trust is inviting families to get out and enjoy nature this autumn
Where to see otters in the uk
Finding an otter is never easy, but these reserves offer you a good chance - and a fun day out.