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    Minibeast hunt – top tips for finding bugs

    Go on a bug hunt with your kids and see how many minibeasts you can find. Plus get tips on what to put in your bug hunting kit.

    Danielle Wesley  •  17 Apr 2019

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    9 of the UKs rarest animals

    Much of our beloved wildlife is in decline. Find out about nine of the rarest species in the UK right now, and what we are doing to help save these precious creatures.

    Hannah Vickers  •  15 Apr 2019

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    Feather identification: common feathers in the UK

    Collecting nature finds is a lovely way to feel closer to the wildlife on your doorstep. Some of the most abundant of these treasures are feathers, and you can find them almost anywhere. But which bird left them behind?

    Charlotte Varela  •  15 Apr 2019

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    Wildflower quiz: name these 10 common wildflowers

    Can you name these ten common British wildflowers? Test your wildflower knowledge with our quiz.

    Helen Keating  •  11 Apr 2019

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    11 rare birds in Britain's woodland

    Find out all about 11 rare birds in British woodland, and why they are so elusive.

    Charlotte Varela  •  10 Apr 2019

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    Bird song identification: songs and calls for beginners

    How many birds can you identify by sound alone? Learn to tell some of the UK's most familiar and distinct bird songs apart with our handy guide.

    Amy Lewis  •  10 Apr 2019

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    Life cycle of a frog: how do amphibians reproduce?

    This time of year is perfect for spotting amphibians on their way to mate. Find out how they attract mates, reproduce and develop.

    Rachel Hoskins  •  09 Apr 2019

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    Hawthorn and blackthorn: what’s the difference?

    Hawthorn and blackthorn are two of the most easily confused species, so here’s a closer look at their differences to help you tell them apart.

    Charlie Mellor  •  09 Apr 2019

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    What do birds eat in the wild?

    From garden birds to waterfowl and summer migrants, find out what birds eat in the wild and how their diet can change with the seasons.

    Hannah Vickers  •  08 Apr 2019

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    What is pollination?

    Learn about pollination and why it is so important for the natural world.

    Danielle Wesley  •  08 Apr 2019

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