EXPLORE EPISODE SIX - 20 to 17

Bringing to life spectacles of natural wonder on our doorstep

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Explore episode 6
Nature’s Top 40 counts down to the UK’s number one wildlife spectacle. Wildlife experts ranked suggestions from the public to compile the UK’s Top 40.

Puffins c/o RSPB Image and Andy Hay

No. 20 - Puffins

Puffins are often described as comical looking birds - they've been nicknamed 'sea parrots' and 'the clown of seabirds'.

Autumn trees

No. 19 - Autumn colours

Autumn is the season of stunning tree colours with spectacular russets, oranges, yellows and browns.

Wild Orchid c/o Natural England and Roworth

No. 18 - Wild orchids

Orchids are arguably the most glamorous and mysterious of Britain's wild plant families. Summer is a great time to see wild orchids in proliferation.

Minke Whale c/o Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust

No. 17 - Minke Whales

The Minke Whale isone of Britain's largest mammals and watching pods of these whales is a breathtaking experience.

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