Seasons: September

False widow spiders are often the subject of unflattering headlines, but in reality they're unlikely to bite humans.

This large, fluffy-looking moth is on the wing in July and August, but you might spot a caterpillar at almost any time of year.

A beautiful, tiny fungus, green elf cup can be commonly found on the decomposing wood of deciduous trees in woods, parks and gardens.

This big, beautiful fungus is a common one that can often be spotted popping out of trees.

This smelly, strange looking fungus is also referred to as octopus stinkhorn or octopus fungus. Its eye-catching red tentacles splay out like a starfish.

Watch the deadly accurate flying of the spotted flycatcher in woodlands, gardens and parks. It sits quietly on a perch waiting for an unsuspecting insect to fly by, deftly dashing out to seize it.

These globe-spanning seabirds can often be seen offshore in autumn, shearing low over the waves.

The common rosefinch is a rare visitor to the UK, usually passing through in autumn.

This striking duck was introduced to the UK and is now established as a breeding bird in England.

This football-sized fungus can be seen in autumn, sometimes growing on grass verges.