Found an animal? What to do
I found a baby bird — what should I do?
Most feathered fledglings don't need rescuing; here's how to tell, and when to step in.
Found a baby bird →How can I help a hedgehog?
Offer fresh water and meaty pet food, leave safe shelter, and learn the daytime warning signs.
How to help a hedgehog →Why is a hedgehog out in the daytime?
A hedgehog active in daylight is often unwell or in trouble and may need a wildlife rescue's help.
How to help a hedgehog →Is a fox in my garden dangerous?
Urban foxes very rarely pose a threat to people; risks to pets are low and manageable.
Fox in your garden →Identify British wildlife
What birds of prey live in the UK?
Buzzards, red kites, kestrels, sparrowhawks and more — learn to tell the UK's raptors apart.
Birds of prey ID →How do I tell a crow from a raven?
Ravens are bigger with a wedge-shaped tail and deeper croak; crows are smaller with a fan tail and harsher caw.
Crows ID guide →What fox sound am I hearing?
Screams, contact barks and 'gekkering' chatter all mean different things — here's how to tell them apart.
Fox sounds guide →Which woodpeckers live in the UK?
Great spotted, green and lesser spotted are the UK's three breeding woodpeckers — here's how to ID each.
UK woodpeckers ID →How do I identify British butterflies?
From red admirals to peacocks and gatekeepers, learn the wing patterns that tell the UK's common butterflies apart.
British butterflies ID →What caterpillar have I found?
Colour, hairs and host plant all help — here's how to identify common UK caterpillars and which become which butterfly or moth.
Caterpillar ID guide →Wildlife & conservation
How can I help wildlife from home?
Wildlife-friendly gardens, mindful choices and supporting reputable charities all add up — here's where to start.
Help wildlife from home →What makes an animal endangered?
Habitat loss, hunting, invasive species, disease and climate change drive species toward extinction.
What makes an animal endangered →What is the IUCN Red List?
The Red List is the global benchmark that grades each species from Least Concern to Critically Endangered.
Understanding the IUCN Red List →Which animals have been saved from extinction?
From the bald eagle to the giant panda, focused conservation has pulled several species back from the brink.
Animals saved from extinction →What would happen if bees disappeared?
Bees pollinate a huge share of the crops we eat, so their loss would ripple through food supplies and wild ecosystems alike.
What if bees disappeared →