Despite its high population density, the United Kingdom protects a vast amount of natural space.
* **National Parks**: The UK has 15 designated National Parks—10 in England, 3 in Wales, and 2 in Scotland. Notable parks include the Lake District, the Peak District, Snowdonia (Eryri), and the Cairngorms (the UK's largest). * **Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs)**: Regions like the Cotswolds, the Gower Peninsula, and the Antrim Coast are protected for their significant landscape value. * **Wildlife**: Nature reserves managed by the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) and The Wildlife Trusts protect indigenous species like red squirrels, puffins, otters, and golden eagles.