Seasons: September

Winter moth

One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.

Yellow-browed warbler

This charming little warbler is an increasingly common sight in autumn, when migrants pass through the UK.

Common puffball

This common fungus puffs out clouds of spores when it's mature.

Batman hoverfly

This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.

Gorse shieldbug

As the name suggests, this large shieldbug is often found on gorse bushes.

Cucumber spider

There are several species of cucumber spider, recognised by their bright green abdomen.

Stone curlew

Stone curlews are unusual waders with large yellow eyes - perfect for hunting beetles at night.

Black snail beetle

This shiny beetle is common in wooded areas throughout the UK. As the name suggests, it specialises in hunting snails.

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