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
Despite its name, the common gull is not as common as some of our other gulls. It can be spotted breeding at the coast, but is also partial to sports fields, landfill sites and housing estates in…
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
Once a rare visitor to the UK, this striking gull is now found nesting here in large colonies.
The herring gull is the typical 'seagull' of our seaside resorts, though our coastal populations have declined in recent decades.
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 black-headed gull is actually a chocolate-brown headed gull! And for much of the year, it's head even turns white. Look out for it in large, noisy flocks on a variety of habitats.
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…