Bird
Osprey
The fish-hunting raptor of coasts and lakes
Animals in United Kingdom
The UK's woodlands, moors, and coasts support red foxes, badgers, barn owls, and native deer — plus reintroduced beavers and sea eagles.
19 species in our guide are native to United Kingdom.
Animal profiles linked to United Kingdom
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Fish
Basking Shark
Second-largest fish; gentle plankton feeder
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Bird
Common Kestrel
Hovering falcon of fields and roadsides
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Mammal
Sea Lion
The agile, barking acrobat of the coast
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Mammal
Grey Seal
The horse-faced seal of the Atlantic
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Bird
Great Spotted Woodpecker
Europe's drumming carpenter
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Bird
Grey Heron
The patient wetland hunter
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Bird
Northern Goshawk
Powerful forest hawk of the north
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Mammal
Pine Marten
The agile forest mustelid
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Bird
European Robin
Britain's beloved red-breasted garden bird
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Amphibian
Smooth Newt
Widespread European pond newt
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Mammal
Common Shrew
The tiny insectivore with a fierce appetite
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Bird
Swan
The graceful giant of lakes and rivers
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Invertebrate
Giant House Spider
Britain's large but harmless funnel-weaving house spider
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Mammal
Badger
The striped night-digger of British woodlands
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Bird
Northern Gannet
Plunge-diving giant of Atlantic cliffs
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Reptile
Adder
Britain's only venomous snake
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Mammal
Weasel
Britain's smallest carnivore, built for chasing prey into burrows
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Mammal
Mole
The tunnelling insectivore behind every molehill
FAQs about animals in United Kingdom
What animals are native to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is home to 19 species in our guide, including Osprey, Basking Shark, Common Kestrel, Sea Lion, Grey Seal, and more. Each profile covers habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where can I learn about wildlife in United Kingdom?
Browse the species below for answer-first guides with range maps, FAQs, and comparison pages. For broader context, see our Animals of Europe region page.
Are any animals in United Kingdom endangered?
Several species native to United Kingdom are listed as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check individual profiles for current status and how to help.