Spot the difference

Of all the garden minibeasts, few are as misunderstood as this humble creature

Found across heathland, moorland, woodland and grassland, the common lizard can be seen basking in sunny spots

Peak autumn has a treasure trove of non-feathered riches to discover, says James Lowen

The results of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count 2025 are in, revealing the long-term forecast for the survival of many of our much-loved summer insects is still gloomy. The sunniest spring

Easy ways to make your garden more nature-friendly

Getting to know these clever, creative and handsome birds