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© Allen Paul Photography / Shutterstock.com The mighty English oak tree is the king of the woods, supporting more life than any other native tree species in Britain. Even leaves that have fallen from the boughs in autumn support biodiversity...

© vitrolphoto / Shutterstock.com Bushcraft seems to be the latest trend sweeping the UK, thanks to survival reality shows such as Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Survivor and Man vs Wild. The term refers to a wide spectrum of skills...

© Furiarossa / Shutterstock.com The humble beetle is a familiar sight in every British garden. Not surprising, since there are more than 4,000 species in the UK! As nutrient recyclers, they return organic matter to the earth and contribute to...

© Brian A Jackson / Shutterstock.com Dandelions are among the most familiar plants in the world. The species is so well known that just about everyone can identify it at a glance. It's possibly the most successful plant in existence...

American singer Ella Fitzgerald is often referred to as the "First Lady of Song". The legendary vocalist, known for her exceptional jazz and blues singing, had a purity of tone and impeccable phrasing that were seldom heard. She was the...

© Somyot Mali-ngam / Shutterstock.com Many insects make noises, especially during the summer months. Strip away the summer sounds of lawnmowers, children playing, dogs barking and traffic, and you'll soon realise just how noisy insects can be. All the buzzing...

© fotoparus / Adobe Stock The nightjar is one of our more unusual species of birds. As its name implies, it's nocturnal, so you'll never see one swooping down to your bird table for a morning snack. On the contrary...

© deaddogdodge / Adobe Stock The heatwave has been ideal for bringing out all sorts of wildlife in the UK, including some fascinating and strangely beautiful insects. One such creature is the damselfly, a member of the Odonata family of...