Mammals
Scientists just eradicated thousands of invasive predators from a group of remote UK islands. Here's why
More than 6,000 non-native stoats have been removed from Orkney – an archipelago off the north coast of Scotland.
What's the difference between reindeer and deer?
Wondering how reindeer differ to other deer species? We explain
Are pumpkins poisonous for hedgehogs?
Pumpkins are bad for hedgehogs, so don't be tempted to disposed of Halloween leftovers in your garden. The good news is, there are plenty of ways you can help these spiny mammals.
Pine martens return to Devon after being absent for more than a century
A pioneering conservation project has reintroduced 15 of the elusive mammals to a secret location in Dartmoor.
World's biggest rodent on the loose in UK: Capybara escapes from zoo
Escapee capybara spotted 200m from her home but has so far evaded recapture
Badger culling to end in England by 2029, but will it help stop the spread of bTB? Here's what the experts say
An estimated 230,000 badgers have been killed in the past decade.
Red deer species guide: how to spot, where to see and when they rut
Discover more about the majestic red deer.
Fallow deer guide: where they live, what they eat - and how they differ from other deer species
Learn all about the beautiful fallow deer in our expert guide
First beaver kit born in Northumberland for over 400 years
Camera trap footage shows a newborn beaver and its family exploring Wallington Estate in north-east England.
Man spots black 'panther' running loose in Worcestershire. Big cat experts have their say...
Does the latest video of a black cat in the UK countryside offer evidence there are big cats roaming the British Isles? James Fair investigates
Watch: three adorable baby beavers born on Norfolk nature reserve
The beaver kits were caught on camera at Sculthorpe Moor Nature Reserve in Fakenham, bringing the town's total tally to seven.
Moles: how do they see in the dark, what do they eat and why are they missing in some parts of the UK
Discover the fascinating world of moles, including what they look like, what they eat and if they can see in the dark
Britain's most endangered animal species: Discover the rarest creatures in the UK
Some once-common native species are disappearing from the British countryside – our guide looks at 17 of the most endangered animal species in the UK that have suffered acute declines in recent years.
Muntjac guide: meet the strange barking deer with fangs
Curious about these charming creatures? Our guide offers a glimpse into the world of secretive muntjac deer
Fox cubs: when to see them, what they're called and what they sound like
Discover the fascinating behaviours and development milestones of these charming young creatures.
Britain's lost beasts: when did the moose, wolf and bear go extinct in UK?
We take a look at some of the animals Britain has lost - although a couple could be making a reappearance soon...
The best hedgehog houses for your garden in 2024
Provide a safe and sheltered spot for your spiky visitors this year with a charming hedgehog house.
Beavers have been recruited to reduce flooding in an ancient English village. And it's working
Five years after being released on Spains Hall Estate in Essex, beavers are rewriting the landscape and reducing the risks of both drought and flooding.
Scientists are using AI to save hedgehogs. And they need your help
A ground-breaking new project combining artificial intelligence, trail cameras and volunteers will provide robust estimates of hedgehog numbers, which can be used to inform practical conservation measures.
Roe deer guide: how to identify, where to see and species facts
Once abundant, then almost gone, now rising again, this native species knew this land before we named it and has become a parable of ecological change.
Spring wildlife guide: what to look for and where to see it
From the fragrant aroma of wild garlic to the delightful song of the chiffchaff, the British countryside comes to life in the spring months. Our expert spring wildlife guide explains how to identify the season's best wildlife spectacles and best places to see.
Scotland's pine martens enjoy their new homes
Rare pine martens in Galloway Forest have taken advantage of artificial den boxes to breed and extend their range
Wild bison thriving in the UK
Follow the herd with our gallery documenting the first year of wild bison living in Britain.
Best places in the UK to see the magnificent autumn deer rut
The annual deer rut is one of Britain's most exciting autumn wildlife spectacles – here are 11 great locations where you can see these magnificent animals in action with our guide to the UK's best deer rutting destinations.
