There are species of plant and animal life in England including their habitats which are protected by law. What can or cannot be done in relation to this can vary. 

 

Protected species are provided with the highest level of protection. This includes: all species of bats; beavers; great crested newts; hazel or common dormice; otters; natterjack toads; some species of reptiles; some species of protected plants; large blue butterflies and sturgeons. 

 

Doing any of the following towards protected species would be considered breaking the law: