Our native biodiversity is in decline. This is the second post in our new series, which explores each UK county and highlights at-risk species, as well as the conservation efforts aimed at protecting them. This time, we look at endangered animals in England.

You’ve probably heard of dragons and unicorns, but what about the scorpion men of Mesopotamia or the shapeshifting seals of the sea? Let’s dive into the world of forgotten folklore and meet some mythical animals you might not know — but won’t soon forget.

Stick insects represent one of the most extraordinary examples of evolutionary adaptation in the insect world. In this post, we’ll uncover some of our favourite facts about them.