National Nature Reserve Collection (#11)

European Mole (Talpa europaea) fortress molehills, on path in snow covered river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N.N.R. Waveney Valley, Suffolk, England, november

White-faced Darter (Leucorrhinia dubia) adult male, resting on leaf, Whixall Moss National Nature Reserve, Shropshire, England, june

Raft Spider (Dolomedes fimbriatus) adult, on surface of water at edge of boggy pool, Whixall Moss National Nature Reserve, Shropshire, England, june

Wistmans Wood, Dartmoor
Light rain falling in Wistmans Wood, Dartmoor. This wood is one of three surviving remnants of ancient woodland in Dartmoor

Ferns in a limestone pavement
Ferns growing in a gryke (crevice) in a limestone pavement. Photographed in Gait Barrows National Nature Reserve, Cumbria, England

Dwarf ash tree (Fraxinus excelsior) growing in a gryke (crevice) in a limestone pavement. Photographed in Gait Barrows National Nature Reserve, Cumbria, England

Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis)
Evening primrose flowers (Oenothera biennis, yellow) and common knapweed (Centaurea nigra, purple) on a slope near sand dunes. The removal of trees has encouraged the growth of wildflowers

Konik Horse, gelding, standing on snow in river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N. N. R
Konik Horse, gelding, standing on snow in river valley fen, Redgrave and Lopham Fen N.N.R. Waveney Valley, Suffolk, England, november

Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Staffa, off Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stream in oak wood, Ariundle Woods National Nature Reserve, Strontian, Argyll, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Marram grass, Ynyslas dunes, National Nature Reserve, Ceredigion, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Ynyslas dunes, National Nature Reserve, Ceredigion, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

The Summer Isles from Stac Pollaidh Assynt Scotland UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A climber on Stac Pollaidh in Assynt Scotland UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Grassland
ROG-11602 Grassland - chalk downland National Nature Reserve, Hampshire, UK Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Flowers in a meadow
ROG-11522 Flowers in a meadow National Nature Reserve, Somerset, UK April - May Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Hardington Moor NNR in spring, with masses of orchids and cowslips
ROG-11541 Hardington Moor NNR in spring, with masses of orchids and cowslips National Nature Reserve, Somerset, UK Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Gannets nesting on cliffs of Noss National Nature Reserve, (home to 10000 birds in summer), Noss, Shetland Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Crofters cottage ruin on the lower slopes of Beinn Eighe in the national nature reserve near Loch Torridon, Wester Ross, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Lower slopes of Beinn Eighe in the national nature reserve near Loch Torridon, Wester Ross, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Enchanting Beauty of National Nature Reserves" Witness the majestic Red Deer stag as it gracefully walks through the grass, its silhouette adorned by mist at sunrise in Richmond Park, London, England. Immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness of Gibraltar Point - a National Nature Reserve nestled in Lincolnshire, UK - where nature thrives and surprises await around every corner. Lose yourself amidst the enchanting Oak woodland on Dartmoor, where ancient trees whisper tales of centuries gone by and wildlife finds solace in this serene haven. Stand witness to the Arctic Skua's elegance as it stands tall upon seaweed-covered rocks on Noss Island, Shetland Islands - a true testament to nature's resilience even in harsh environments. Experience nature's symphony with a young Red Deer pricket juvenile stag listening intently to roaring stags; an awe-inspiring display of strength and dominance within their natural habitat. Marvel at the intricate beauty of mosses and lichens that adorn granite drystone walls within Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Deeside - a living tapestry woven by time itself. Journey to Northern Ireland's Giants Causeway near Bushmills and be captivated by geologic wonders; hexagonal basalt columns formed over millennia create an otherworldly landscape like no other. Reflect upon tranquility as you gaze upon Silver Birch trees mirrored perfectly in Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin; an ethereal sight that showcases harmony between land and water. Surrender to fall's allure during rutting season as Fallow bucks roam freely through Richmond Park, Surrey; their regal presence adding drama and excitement to this cherished national reserve. Delight in witnessing a herd of Fallow deer roaming harmoniously through Richmond Park, Surrey.