Spiny lobster, crawfish, crayfish, rock lobsters - many names, one animal! This pretty lobster was made extinct in many areas through overfishing, but is now making a slow comeback.

A well known inhabitant of UK seas, common lobsters can reach up to 60cm in length.

Native oysters are a staple of our seas and our plates - but our love of their taste has lead to a sharp decline all around the UK.

A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!

This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.

Oyster mushrooms are shell shaped fungi that grow in tiers or fabulous clusters on dead trees or stumps. Unlike many fungi, these mushrooms are not seasonal and can be found all year round,…