Spring
Why don’t woodpeckers get headaches and concussion when drumming?
Drumming is a springtime sound that's unrelated to feeding or nestbuilding.
How do squirrels find their nuts?
Squirrels spend autumn stashing nuts away for winter, but how do they find them again? Sense of smell, memory and chance all play a part.
How to grow an oak tree from an acorn
Autumn is the perfect time to try growing an oak tree, here's how
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Garden wildlife to spot throughout the year: what's likely to be living in - and visiting - your garden?
What wildlife could you see in your garden throughout the year - if you're lucky? We take a look....
Wild garlic guide: how to identify, when and how to forage, and recipe ideas
In the forager's calendar, spring is one of the best times – when wild garlic grows in shaded woodlands, filling the air with a light garlicky scent.
Bumblebee guide: why they're fluffy, where they nest, and how to help them
Bumblebee expert Richard Comont tells you everything you need to know about these social bees.
Ring ouzel guide: how to identify, and when and where to see
Discover fascinating facts about the ring ouzel, a summer migrant to the UK and similar in looks to the blackbird, in this expert guide by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO).
Cuckoo guide: why they call ‘cuckoo’, how they trick other birds, and where they go in winter
With its classic call and famous parasitic behaviour, the cuckoo is familiar bird to many people – even if they've not heard or seen one. Learn more about this harbinger of spring in our expert guide.
Bee flies: what they are and some common bee fly species
Fluffy, cute and important pollinators - what's not to love about bee flies? Dr Erica McAlister discusses these fascinating flies.
Nettle guide: why it stings, whether dock leaves help, and foraging recipes
A familiar plant to us all, nettle leaves are renowned for their stinging hairs – but they're also very tasty when cooked!
Elder guide: how to identify, when and how to forage for elderflowers and elderberries, and recipe ideas
Elder has made the slow journey from protective mother-spirit to often being deemed as a hedgerow and garden weed, fit only to be sawn down.
British wildlife in May
With birdsong in full force and summer knocking on the door, there’s plenty to discover this month.
How to identify common 'weeds'
‘Weeds’ are familiar plants to many of us, sprouting up and thriving on pavements and disturbed ground. Learn to identify 12 common species in this illustrated guide.
Wildlife Spectacles | Where and when to see orchids in the UK
Step into a rare lowland flower meadow and lose yourself among dreamy wild orchids in late spring and summer.
British wildlife in April
Spring’s in full swing, so keep an eye out for everything from bijou beetles and butterflies to sizeable storks. Enjoy nature and wildlife across the UK and Ireland with our guide to what different species are up to now.
How to identify birds’ eggs
Learn how to identify British birds' eggs with our expert guide by naturalist and presenter Brett Westwood, including which species it came from and where you are most likely to see.
How to identify spring blossom on trees
The sign of spring blossom buzzing with pollinators on a warm sunny day always brings joy to a naturalist's heart. Identify 12 blossoms with this illustrated guide.
How to identify bird and mammal nests
An easy guide to identifying bird and mammals nests you are may find in your garden or local area, including blackbird, robin, hedgehog and grey squirrel.
Dawn chorus guide: what it is, how to hear it, and when International Dawn Chorus Day is celebrated
Discover how to immerse yourself in the great symphony that is the dawn chorus, whether you're listening on your doorstep or in the wider countryside.
British wildlife in March
As spring brings an abundance of new life, it’s time to talk about the birds and the bee-flies. Here is selection of the month's best wildlife spectacles from around the British countryside in March.
Wildlife Spectacles | Where and when to see great crested grebes dancing in the UK
In spring, head to the water’s edge to see great crested grebes perform the beautiful, ritualised moves of their courtship display, including the ‘weed ceremony’.
How to rear froglets in your home
It’s easy to rear common frogs from frogspawn at home – the process takes about three months. This step-by-step guide by Lynn Dicks explains how to do it, and the important precautions to take.
Holly guide: why it has leaves in winter, and which plants have berries
Learn how to tell the difference between male and female plants, plus which birds are protective of holly trees.
Bluebell guide: how to identify the different species, and the top places to see them
Learn about common, Spanish and hybrid bluebells in our guide, including how to identify the different species, and when to see them. Plus, we asked conservation organisations and BBC Wildlife readers for their favourite bluebell locations.
