Wild times

Jenny Ackland spots an explosion of colour this June as wildlife gears up for the start of summer.

The stag beetle’s intimidating appearance belies its vulnerability, says Claire Saul, as she discovers what we can do to help them survive

With its impressive ‘antlers’ and suit of armour, one giant of the insect world may look intimidating, but it only wants to fight for survival

I t’s the summer solstice, and the mountains ...

Fragrant and frothy, elder blossom is a highlight of May and June. The flat-topped flowerheads turn together to track the sun each day and attract a host of invertebrates, especially hoverflies and ti

July sees non-stop wildlife action, says James Lowen