Wildlife

What Britain lacks in huge creatures, it more than makes up for in breathtaking scenery and landscapes. The red deer and the indigenous roe deer are the largest mammals found in Britain. Smaller mammals such as hedgehogs, moles, hares, badgers, and otters are abundant. Because Britain is an island nation, the waters around it are teeming with marine life, including dolphins and orcas depending on the season. In fact, the seas around Scotland are among the world's most biologically productive.

Wales has three national parks that preserve roughly 20% of the country. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is one of the most well-known of the parks. It is the only UK park designated entirely for its coast, having been established in 1952. Many rare birds live in the park, and its waters are home to Atlantic grey seals, dolphins, and porpoises. This single protected area contains seven special conservation areas, a marine nature reserve, six national nature reserves, and 75 sites of specific scientific interest.