RFP968CC–Small pearl-bordered fritillary (Boloria selene) underside. Butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest showing mosaic pattern on open wings
RFP968CW–Multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) cluster of flowers. Plant native to Asia growing as a garden escape in countryside in UK, aka Japanese
RFP968C1–Ox-eye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare) in flower. Mass of flowers in the family Asteraceae growing in a British calcareous meadow
RFP968FC–Grayling butterfly (Hipparchia semele) nectaring. Butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest on ground with underside of wings visible
RFP968CK–Common cottongrass (Eriophorum angustifolium) in seed. Sedge in the family Cyperaceae, with white cotton-like threads giving the appearance of cotton
RFP968CJ–Common cottongrass (Eriophorum angustifolium) in seed. Sedge in the family Cyperaceae, with white cotton-like threads giving the appearance of cotton
RFP968AT–Red grouse (Lagopus lagopus) on moorland. Covey of game birds camouflaged on North Yorkshire Moors, England, UK
RFP968GB–The drinker moth (Euthrix potatoria) amongst dead leaves. Camouflaged moth in the family Lasiocampidae, with underside of wings visible
RFP968B1–Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly with exuvia head on. Female insect in the order Odonata, family Aeshnidae, alongside shed larval skin
RFP968D1–Fox moth (Macrothylacia rubi) male. Insect in the family Lasiocampidae at rest on rock
RFP968D4–Child lying in surf in black and white. Young girl playing in the sea, lost in her own thoughts
RFP968AJ–Hollyhock (Alcea rosea) flowers. Pink plant in the mallow family (Malvaceae) showing detail of stamens
RFP968AM–Harebells (Campanula rotundifolia) growing on cliff. A striking plant in the family Campanulaceae, growing on sheer rock face in quarry
RFP968AX–Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly with exuvia. Female insect in the order Odonata, family Aeshnidae, alongside shed larval skin
RFP968AG–Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) foliage. Thorny deciduous shrub in the family Elaeagnaceae, growning on sand dunes on British coast
RFP968AH–Common sea-lavender (Limonium vulgare) in flower. Expanse of purple flowers of plant in family Pumbaginaceae, at Gibralter Point in Lincolnshire, UK
RFP968AF–World War Two pillbox at Gibraltar Point. Military defense standing in National Nature Reserve near Skegness in Lincolnshire, UK
RFP968CY–Multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) in flower. Plant native to Asia growing as a garden escape in countryside in UK, aka Japanese and many-flowered rose
RFP968BM–Oncocera semirubella micro moth on sedge. Insect in the family Pyralidae at rest, with striking purple and yellow colouration
RFP968C6–Ox-eye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare) in flower. Mass of flowers in the family Asteraceae growing in a British calcareous meadow
RFP968BR–Speckled wood (Pararge aegeria) underside. Damaged butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest on the ground, missing part of forewing
RFP968CR–Pool at Priddy Mineries, in Somerset, UK. Cottongrass shows white on the bank of the lake in this spent lead mine, now a fabulous place for wildlife
RFP968CE–Small pearl-bordered fritillary (Boloria selene) upperside. Butterfly in the family Nymphalidae, basking at rest showing mosaic pattern on open wings
RFP968C9–Southern marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza praetermissa) inflorescense. Plant in the family Orchidaceae in flower in British grassland
RFP968D0–Large blue (Maculinea arion) nectaring. Butterfly, once extinct in the UK, in the family Lycaenidae feeding on wild thyme (Thymus polytrichus)
RFP968BY–Speckled wood (Pararge aegeria) upperside. Woodland butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest on grass, from above with wings open
RFP968CB–Bloody-nosed beetle (Timarcha tenebricosa) defensive response. A large flightless beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, with red liquid exuded from head
RFP968AD–Tachina grossa fly nectaring. The largest European tachinid, in the family Tachinidae, with hairy black thorax and abdomen
RFP968D3–Oncocera semirubella micro moth. Insect in the family Pyralidae at rest, with striking purple and yellow colouration
RFP968C7–Southern marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza praetermissa) inflorescense. Plant in the family Orchidaceae in flower in British grassland
RFP968AW–Bifid hemp-nettle (Galeopsis bifida). Plant in the family Lamiaceae with pink flowers, the lowest lobe of which is notched
RFP968AY–Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) exuvia. Shed larval skin of female insect in the order Odonata, family Aeshnidae
RFP968DT–Grayling butterfly (Hipparchia semele) on rocky ground. Butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest on ground with underside of wings visible
RFP968CF–White water-lily (Nymphaea alba) in flower. Aquatic lily in family Nymphaeaceae, growing in lake in Somerset, UK
RFP968GD–Garden Tiger (Arctia caja) moth at rest. Insect in the family Erebidae showing hairy head and thorax
RFP968BT–Speckled wood (Pararge aegeria) head on. Woodland butterfly in the family Nymphalidae at rest on bramble
RFMXH2Y1–Salad burnet (Poterium sanguisorba subsp. sanguisorba). Flowerhead of perennial plant in the rose family (Rosaceae), used as an ingredient in salads
RFMXH326–Cock pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) amongst grass. Male game bird in the family Phasianidae with distinctive red wattle
RFMXH31H–Orange-tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) caterpillar. Camouflaged larva of insect in the family Pieridae feeding on garlic mustard
RFMXH37P–Marsh fritillaries (Euphydryas aurinia) in cop. Two of Britain's most threatened butterflies mating, on grassland in Wiltshire
RFMXH33C–Green tiger beetles (Cicindela campestris) mating. Insects in the family Carabidae in cop, showing metallic colouring and impressive mandibles
RFMXH2Y2–Dingy skipper butterfly (Erynnis tages) with damaged wing. A butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, from above
RFMXH305–Crab spider attacking lackey moth caterpillar. Struggle between Xysticus sp. and Malacosoma neustria amongst low vegetation, finally won by spider
RFMXH328–Sawfly larva on cock's-foot grass (Dactylis glomerata). Insect in the Order Hymenoptera, suborder Symphyta, feeding on common grass in British meadow
RFMXH2Y3–Duke of Burgundy fritillary butterfly (Hamearis lucina) from above. Upperwings of male insect in the family Riodinidae, perched on grass basking
RFMXH37W–Small heath butterfly (Coenonympha pamphilus) on plantain. Small grassland butterfly in the family Nymphalidae nectaring in Wiltshire, UK
RFMXH30E–Burnet companion (Euclidia glyphica) ova on red clover. Eggs of moth in the family Noctuidae laid in a row on exposed root of Trifolium pratense
RFMXH308–Duke of Burgundy fritillary butterfly (Hamearis lucina) underside. Underside of male insect in the family Riodinidae, perched on leaf
RFMXH37T–Marsh fritillaries (Euphydryas aurinia) mating. Two of Britain's most threatened butterflies in cop, on grassland in Wiltshire
RFMXH33H–Black bryony (Tamus communis) flower. A monocot in the yam family (Dioscoreaceae), close up of female flower
RFMXH30A–Mating sequence of brown argus (Aricia agestis) butterflies. Rapid series of shots of butterflies copulating in the family Lycaenidae, from arrival
RFMXH31N–Ground-elder (Aegopodium podagraria) coming into flower. Low growing plant in the family Apiacaea with distinctive toothed leaves and white umbel
RFMXH36D–Black-tailed skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) female. Yellow dragonfly in the family Libellulidae, at rest
RFMXH33F–Green tiger beetles (Cicindela campestris) mating. Insects in the family Carabidae in cop, showing metallic colouring and impressive mandibles
RFMXH350–Common milkwort (Polygala vulgaris) colour forms. Variations of flowers of plant in the family Polygalaceae, a typical species of calcareous grassland
RFMN6P2X–Burnet companion (Euclidia glyphica) moths in cop. Pair of moths in the family Noctuidae mating, showing yellow hindwings
RFMN6P3G–Barn owl (Tyto alba) flying over Lincolnshire fens. Bird of prey over oilseed rape crop in East Anglia, England, UK
RFMN6P4J–Skin moth (Monopis laevigella) adult on owl pellet. Small insect in the family Tineidae, one of many around owl pellets under barn owl nest
RFMN6P0X–Common carpet moth (Epirrhoe alternata) on lichen. British insect in the family Geometridae, the geometer moths, camouflaged against lichen
RFMN6P0C–Waved umber (Menophra abruptaria) moth. British insect in the family Geometridae, the geometer moths, camouflaged against lichen
RFMN6P53–Field penny-cress (Thlaspi arvense) flowers and fruit. Arable weed in the family Brassicaceae, showing broadly winged seed pods
RFMN6P48–Skin moth (Monopis laevigella) adult. Small insect in the family Tineidae, one of many around owl pellets under barn owl nest
RFMN6P1H–Grey dagger (Actronicta psi) moth at rest on lichen. British insect in the family Noctuidae, the largest British family of moths
RFMN6P29–Pale tussock moth (Calliteara pudibunda) at rest. Female insect in the family Erebidae with forward-facing furry legs
RFMN6P5W–Yellow-barred brindle (Acasis viretata) moth. Worn insect in the family Geometridae, camouflaged against lichen on stone
RFMKP04H–22 spot ladybird (Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata). Small beetle in the family Coccinellidae, feeding on mildew
RFMKP0FW–BATH, UK - 7 MAY 2018 Folk musicians at May Day Festival. Celebration of traditional spring holiday in Somerset, England
RFMKNY9N–Common scurvygrass (Cochlearia officinalis) plant in flower. Coastal plant in the family Brassicaceae, aka scurvy-grass and spoonwort, flowering
RFMKP008–Orange-tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) ovum. Orange egg of insect in the family Pieridae on garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) leaf
RFMKNXM8–Common cornsalad (Valerianella locusta) flowers. Low growing plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, aka lamb's lettuce
RFMKNY2R–Common cornsalad (Valerianella locusta) plants in flower. Low growing plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, aka lamb's lettuce
RFMKP0AG–Dangerous Site Keep Out sign. Warning at industrial facility
RFMKNXGF–Orange-tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) female at rest. Female butterfly in family Pieridae, on flowers of garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata)
RFMKP1B3–Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) tree in flower. Panicles of monoecious flowers on plant in the family Sapindaceae
RFMKP1FR–Gracillaria syringella micro moth. Small insect in the family Gracillariidae, which can be a pest on lilac and privet
RFMKP0NR–BATH, UK - 7 MAY 2018 Fiddler at May Day Festival. Celebration of traditional spring holiday in Somerset, England
RFMKP0X8–Horse dressed up as unicorn. Irish cob pony with horn and coloured mane, head in profile
RFMKNXXN–Common cornsalad (Valerianella locusta) flowers from above. Low growing plant in the family Caprifoliaceae, aka lamb's lettuce
RFMKNYMT–Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) male at rest. Butterfly in the family Lycaenidae, at rest on bramble with wings closed showing green underside
RFMKP15A–Holly blue (Celastrina argiolus) nectaring on forget-me-not. Male British insect in the family Lycaenidae feeding on Myosotis sp., with underside
RFMKNYT5–Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) male head on. Butterfly in the family Lycaenidae, at rest on bramble with wings closed showing green underside
RFMKP1JY–Orange-tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) close-up. Head and thorax of female butterfly in the family Pieridae, on flowers of garlic mustard
RFMKNYFF–Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) male at rest on bramble. Butterfly in the family Lycaenidae, at rest with wings closed showing green underside
RFMKP17R–Small white butterflies (Pieris rapae) mating. Insects in the family Pieridae in cop amongst low vegetation (spring brood)
RFMFTKF0–Toothwort (Lathraea squamaria) parasitic plant. Light pink flowers of plant in the family Orobanchaceae, infecting willow (Salix sp.)
RFMFTK9F–Ivy-leaved speedwell (Veronica hederifolia) plant in flower. Blue flower of plant in the family Plantaginaceae, common across Britain
RFMFTK12–Twenty-four spot ladybird (Subcoccinella vigintiquattuorpunctata) on grass. Small British beetle in the family Coccinellidae moving amongst vegetation
RFMFTK8E–Forsythia flowers against blue sky. Plant in the olive family (Oleaceae), aka Easter tree, with bright yellow spring flowers
RFMFTKDM–Colour forms of Spanish bluebell (Hyacinthoides hispanica). Pink, white and blue varieties of species introduced to the UK, in the family Asparagaceae
RFMFTKGW–Toothwort (Lathraea squamaria) parasitic plant. Light pink flowers of plant in the family Orobanchaceae, infecting willow (Salix sp.)
RFMFTKN8–Mass of tadpoles of common frog (Rana temporaria). Small tadpoles shortly after hatching at surface of pond, in the family Ranidae
RFMFTKD1–Early dog-violet (Viola reichenbachiana) flower. Purple flower of woodland plant in the family Violaceae
RFMFTK2X–Groundsel (Senecio vulgaris) in flower. Short plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae) with small yellow flowerheads and white pappus
RFMFTKBR–Comma (Polygonia c-album) on marsh marigold. Butterfly in the family Nymphalidae, feeding on Caltha palustris, aka kingcup
RFMFTKA3–Ivy-leaved speedwell (Veronica hederifolia) plant in flower. Blue flower of plant in the family Plantaginaceae, common across Britain
RFMFTKKR–Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) shoot emerging from soil. Purple new growth of spring vegetable, in the family Asparagaceae, in vegetable garden
RFMB42MB–Lesser horseshoe bat (Rhinolophus hipposideros) feet. Close-up of rare bat hanging from rock in a cave in Somerset, UK, with sharp claws holding rock
RFMB42NG–White-flowered snake's head fritillaries (Fritillaria meleagris). White bell-shaped flowers on Spring-flowering bulbs, in the family Liliaceae.
RFMB42R9–Oregon grape (Mahonia aquifolium) in flower. Cluster of yellow flowers on evergreen shrub in the family Berberidaceae
RFMB42PG–Pile of plugs of soil removed from golf course. Waste of core aeration technique used in the upkeep of lawns and turf
Download Confirmation
Please complete the form below. The information provided will be included in your download confirmation