Wildlife, flora and fauna

Wales has an impressive range of wildlife, flora and fauna in the UK. From dolphins to puffins, wild flowers and fungi that are unspoilt in our countryside.

Two puffins on grassy ground.

The magic of Skomer Island

Meet the puffins on this special land, Skomer Island in Pembrokeshire.

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West Wales

Girl looking out to sea Near New Quay, Dolphin watching, Ceredigion Heritage Coast.

Get up close and personal with the best of Welsh wildlife

Go wild in Wales with an experienced guide who knows the very best places to see wildlife.

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A couple on the coast path looking out to sea with binoculars.

Five birds you’ll see (and hear) along the coast

Discover five evocative bird sounds that you might hear on your coastal journey.

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Seal in waters surrounding Bardsey Island, Gwynedd.

Discover the natural world on Wales' coast

The coastlines and rivers of Wales attract a multitude of fascinating creatures and wildlife wonders.

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A man and a woman with a toddler on a beach.

Wild walks that are a stroll for toddlers

Take your kids into the wild, but not the mud. Discover plenty of pushchair friendly walks in Wales.

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A puffin in flight.

Spring and summer wildlife spotting in Pembrokeshire

The Pembrokeshire coast in early summer is the perfect location for wildlife spotting.

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Three red kites flying in the air

Up close with the red kites in Wales

Jude Rogers takes her family to Gigrin Farm in Rhayader to view their incredible red kites up close.

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Atlantic tern with fish in its mouth in flight.

Iconic coastal birds

Discover ten iconic birds to spot along the Wales Coast Path and the best places to see them.

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Red Kite in flight

Fall for Mid Wales as the nights draw in

Mid Wales is a truly magical place in autumn. Be enchanted by the wildlife filled countryside.

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Bluebells in a field.

Bursting with life!

Wildlife is everywhere you look - from rare butterflies to bats and orchids to bluebell fields.

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South Wales

Close up of dolphin coming out of water

Dolphin sightseeing locations

Find the best places for year round dolphin-spotting on the west coast of Wales in Cardigan Bay.

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Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay

Seals in the sea around Bardsey Island, North Wales

Welsh wildlife hotspots

Wales is the perfect place to see grey seals, dolphins and colourful seabirds.

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A photographer taking a photo of a puffin on an island.

Searching for wildlife in beautiful Pembrokeshire

Looking for flora and fauna in Pembrokeshire? Here’s five of the county’s wildlife highlights.

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Lighthouse at Southstack

Bird watching on Anglesey

Wildlife and birding expert David Lindo explores bird watching on Anglesey.

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A view of the sea and cliffs at Cardigan Bay

Wild days in Mid Wales

Spring and summer see amazing wildlife and fauna in Mid Wales, including dolphins and red kites.

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bird (puffin) flying.

Places to see North Wales wildlife in spring and summer

Seabirds, butterflies and bluebells. Key flora and fauna spots in North Wales.

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Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales

A red kite in flight.

Autumn winter wildlife

Discover some of the best places for species-spotting across Wales during autumn and winter.

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A ruined castle on a hill with autumnal trees below.

Wild times in West Wales

Discover where to see the best of the autumn and winter wildlife in West Wales.

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West Wales

Two women walking in an autumnal park.

Wildlife in South Wales

Discover the spectacular wildlife and nature of the Wye Valley ANOB and our country parks.

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South Wales

A hazy view of coastline, the sea and an island

Escape to the Welsh islands

Visit the islands of Wales and discover unique scenery, wildlife and heritage.

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Aerial view of green landscape and waterways next to a river.

Take your exploring to the next level

RSPB's Elinor Meloy shares her favourite places for a day out in the stunning Gwent Levels.

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