Field method
Four clues every landscape gives.
Use these on any walk, whether you are in a national park or a city green space.
Plants first
Plants reveal soil, water, and light. They also tell you which animals can feed here.
Follow the water
Streams, puddles, and dew draw wildlife. Edges of water are always worth a slow look.
Look for signs
Tracks, droppings, and feeding marks tell you who passed long after they have gone.
Watch the time
Dawn and dusk are busiest. Midday heat sends most animals into shade and shelter.
Choose a landscape
Where wildlife finds its rhythm.
Every habitat profile includes climate notes, where to find it, the species to look for, and practical tips for visiting.
