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Myself and Other Animals is a new book mosaicked from unpublished autobiographies, uncollected pieces and previously published extracts from Durrell’s work and archives. The result is an extraordinary journey through Durrell’s life in his own words, edited and introduced by his widow Lee Durrell. Moving from India to England and then to the always sun-lit Corfu, told with dry wit and insight into our fellow animals, here is the vivid finale of one of Britain’s most beloved conservationists and prose stylists.

Hannah Stitfall is a TV presenter and zoologist who regularly gets up in the early hours of the morning to try and catch sight of some of Cornwall's best hidden wildlife. She will spend hours on end waiting for a creature to appear among a hedgerow, scurrying across Cornwall's open fields or taking flight across its towering cliffs and sandy beaches. In these brief, magical moments, Hannah is able to see and capture animal behaviour that the general public rarely get to witness.

This is a new podcast in which I will discuss daily, weekly and monthly events as we move into the New Year of 2023. Join me on YouTube also by looking up The Hunt For Lost Treasure

In the vast, sun-scorched expanses of the Sonoran Desert, a remarkable creature emerges from the shadows of the night. The Colorado River Toad, also known as the Sonoran Desert Toad, is an amphibian that has captured the imagination of humans for centuries. With its striking appearance and unique adaptations, this toad is a true wonder of the natural world. As we delve into the life and times of this fascinating creature, we must first understand its place in the grand tapestry of the desert ecosystem. The Colorado River Toad, scientifically known as Bufo alvarius or Incilius alvarius, is a ...

One of the nation’s most popular presenters examines twenty marvels of the natural world from his extraordinary and pioneering experiences. How did Sir David track down a giant Earthworm? Why does he respect Rats? What was the first bribe in nature? Why do well known foods often have two...