Emperor dragonfly

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

July sees non-stop wildlife action, says James Lowen

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

THE BIG BUTTERFLY COUNT 18 JULY TO 10 AUGUST

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

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