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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Helen Scales

Puffins, catsharks and sea squirts: how to spot wildlife on the British coast

A puffin with a beak full of sand eels.
A puffin with a beak full of sand eels. Photograph: Callum Mair/Getty Images

If you go down to the sea today, there’s a good chance you will find something you’ve never seen before. With more than 10,000 miles of coastline and a rich mix of habitats, the Great British seaside is the perfect place for wildlife encounters. Whether you fancy a spot of beachcombing, rock pooling, bird watching or fish following, there’s plenty to keep you busy. With a few simple pointers on where and how to look, there are hundreds of coastal species to find. Grab a pair of wellies or a wetsuit and dive mask and the British coast is all yours to explore.

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