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Welcome to all things Wildlife, dedicated to describing, discovering and inspiring everyone about nature, the countryside and special places. all things Wildlife is an ever growing collection of articles, tutorials, guides, reviews and ramblings all with one thing in common...increasing our enjoyment of the countryside. Whether you want to find key species, visit amazing places, improve your wildlife photography or just enjoy your local walks more there is something for you.
How I got the shot....Black Grouse
Always wondered how to create the perfect set for photographing Black Grouse? Oliver Smart talks through the journey to capture these magical birds and his favourite image of all time.
In defence of brambles!
The bramble is a much maligned plant but throughout the year it is a vital part of the countryside
Great views of winter thrushes, a wildlife photographers guide
Winter is a great time to catch up with both our resident and migrant thrushes. Wildlife photographer Mike Lane explains how to track them down and get great views.
Moth Trapping at Home
Want a new nocturnal wildlife hobby, then moth trapping could be the thing for you. Oliver Smart talks you through the best methods of studying and photographing moths in your garden.
The circle of life
I am seeing a lot of social media posts at the moment about people horrified by the actions of predators especially in gardens.
In the mix, what are the best seeds for wild birds?
In the past it was just peanuts and breadcrumbs but now we have a myriad of different bird foods to choose from. In this guide we’ll sort the wheat from the chaff and derive which nuts and seeds attract which species.