European otter
The sinuous otter is an excellent swimmer and can be seen hunting in wetlands, rivers and along the coast - try the west coast of Scotland, West Wales, the West Country or East Anglia for the best…
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Stoat
The stoat is a small mustelid, related to the weasel and otter. It has an orange body, black-tipped tail and distinctive bounding gait. Spot it on grassland, heaths and in woodlands across the UK…
Our top 10 wildlife sightings for July
Hummingbird hawkmoths, ladybird larvae and awesome otters among this month's highlights.
Wildlife Trusts call on MPs to 'bin Bulldozer Bill'
Bill threatens important laws that protect wildlife such as otters, dolphins and peregrines.
Weasel
Weasels may look adorable, but they make light work of eating voles, mice and birds! They are related to otters and stoats, which is obvious thanks to their long slender bodies and short legs.
Marvellous mustelids
Mammal expert Stuart Edmunds introduces this incredible collection of carnivores, from badgers, polecats, pine martens and otters to stoats and weasels.
Rivers
From otters to freshwater shrimps, all animals are dependant on an abundant and reliable supply of clean water. Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure.
My experiment
Simon has been restoring Wild Meadows for three years. By planting trees, digging a lake and sowing meadows, he is showing how quickly wildlife like otters, badgers and tawny owls can return, and…