Magical moths part 2

When experiencing change in life, it’s wise to turn to nature for guidance. With billions of years of trial and error behind it, nature offers wise lessons on how we can adapt to new and unforeseen ci

The monkey slug is not some experimental genetic monstrosity. But even if you see one in the flesh, you may still be unclear what this odd, brown hairy thing is, with its array of fuzzy tentacles. It

With a ‘butterfly emergency’ in the UK, conservationists are gearing up for this year’s Big Butterfly Count. But what has happened to these insects? And can they – on a wing and a prayer – ever bounce back?

The high summer month of August is fabulous for insects, says James Lowen

INTERVIEW BY TORRI MUNDELL PHOTOGRAPH BY ALAMY Andy ...

Meet some of the fascinating creatures that could be helping out on your plot