The all-black carrion crow does not nest in colonies like the similar rook. It can be seen almost everywhere.

The hooded crow was thought to be the same species as the carrion crow, but they have now been separated. Less widespread than its cousin, look for it in North Scotland, Northern Ireland and the…

These distinctive beetles are often found around dead birds and small mammals.

This large shrike visits the UK in small numbers each year, passing through on migration or spending the winter here.