wasps
British wasp guide: how to identify common species, lifecycle and why wasps sting in autumn
These stinging picnic pests don’t deserve our enmity and fear – they are impressive architects that belong to highly developed and complex societies – our expert guide to wasps looks at the common species, their lifecycle and why wasps tend to sting in autumn
Asian hornet guide: how to identify and why it is important to report a sighting
In our expert guide to Asian hornets, Entomologist Richard Jones takes a measured view. Plus, provides advice on how to identify, species facts and where to report a sighting.
British insect guide: species to look out for, and why they're so interesting
We tend to think marvellous and exotic creatures can only be seen on nature documentaries in far-flung lands but, as our expert insect guide reveals, the UK has mini-beasts to rival the rest of the world. We just have to look for them...