In his BBC documentary Wild London, co-produced by London Wildlife Trust, Sir David Attenborough explores the hidden world of the capital’s wildlife - revealing the extraordinary species that live alongside us and just how wild London really is. 

Find out more about the remarkable wildlife featured in Wild London.

The glow-worm (a light-emitting beetle) is one of Britain’s most remarkable and yet mysterious insects which has enchanted people for generations. However, surveys and anecdotal evidence suggest that numbers of glow-worm are in sharp decline in London (and other parts of Britain). In some areas, numbers appear to be so low that they could become extinct in the capital. Therefore, we are appealing for people to keep an eye out for glow-worms to help us get a better understanding of their whereabouts in London.

Explore London's wildlife

In his upcoming BBC documentary Wild London, co-produced by London Wildlife Trust, Sir David Attenborough explores the hidden world of the capital’s wildlife - revealing the extraordinary species that live alongside us and just how wild London really is. 

London’s Living Landscapes initiative seeks to protect, conserve and enhance the capital’s wildlife.

This winter, discover a hidden side of London and explore the rivers, lakes and canals - as well as the wildlife that can be found there - with our walking and wildlife-spotting guide.