Lockdown wildlife revisited 30 brilliant pictures proving Portsmouth's nature came to life during the first ever Lockdown

Portsmouth’s wildlife really came out to play at the start of Lockdown two years ago.

Fewer cars and people have been good news for nature – and these pictures taken by our readers are proof.

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5. Baby cygnets take a ride

John Buckner captured this beautiful moment as newborn cygnets took a ride on their mother's back. Photo: John Buckner

Lockdown wildlife: This deer was a sight for sore eyes in a residential area in Bridgemary. Photo: Wendie Lewis

This squirrel surely posed for Sean when he saw it in Baffins! Photo: Sean Sargeant

Sarah Callaway was given a beautiful birthday present when this robin took a journey into her kitchen. Photo: Sarah Callaway