Chobham Common
Chobham Common is one of the finest remaining examples of lowland heath in the world. Public access managed by Surrey County Council, conservation managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust
Chobham Common is one of the finest remaining examples of lowland heath in the world. Public access managed by Surrey County Council, conservation managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust
Our most well-known amphibian, the common frog is a regular visitor to garden ponds across the country, where they feast on slugs and snails. In winter, they hibernate in pond mud or under log…
Rare heathland habitat by the side of the M25. Managed on behalf of Surrey County Council. Public access managed by Surrey County Council, conservation managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust
Heathland, woodland and a dragonfly paradise. Public access managed by Surrey County Council, conservation managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust
Europe's largest frog is not naturally found in the UK, but was introduced to Kent and has spread throughout the southeast.
The smaller of our two UK seal species, common seals are also known as harbour seals. Despite being called "Common", they are actually less common than grey seals!
The extensive, golden-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common reed are a familiar sight in our wetlands. They provide an important home for many species, including the rare Bittern.
The carnivorous lifestyle of common butterwort makes this heathland plant a fascinating species. Its leaves excrete a sticky fluid that tempts unsuspecting insects to land and become its prey.
Common laburnum is an introduced species, planted in parks and gardens. It is most recognisable in flower - its hanging bunches of yellow blooms giving it the name 'Golden rain'. It is…
This unassuming orchid is easily overlooked. It is found patchily across the UK, but has been declining for decades.