Four bat species you are likely to see in London
Use our guides to find out how to identify some of the bat species you might find around London!
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5 species to spot in London this spring and where to see them
Spot this seasons wildlife wonders.
Explore London's wildlife
Explore London's wildlife
The best plants for bees and pollinators
Set up a ‘nectar café’ by planting flowers for pollinating insects like bees and butterflies
What's in a name? How some species gained a London epithet
Pinks in Deptford and beauties in Camberwell? Discover London’s denominative flora and fauna...
The massive conurbation that London is today often belies the rural nature of her not-too distant past.
The massive conurbation that London is today often belies the rural nature of her not-too distant past.
Wildflower Spotter
See which wildflowers you can spot!
Planting pots with wildlife in mind
Choosing the right plants for your space and with wildlife in mind will get the most out of your outdoor space.
Plant Know How Family Workshop at the Centre for Wildlife Gardening
A free fun one or two day family course discovering edible and medicinal plants for Southwark residents.
Fungi Spotter
See which fungi you can spot
How to identify fungi
The UK is home to over 15,000 species of fungi! While some are easy to identify by their size, shape, colour, texture, or even smell, many look very similar, making identification tricky. You can often narrow it down to a broad group based on features like gills, pores, or cap shapes.
Hidden kingdom: a beginner’s guide to fungi
Mycologist Ellen Winter from Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust shares her fungi tips for beginners – and some surprising fungi facts you’ll never forget!
How to plant a tree
It might surprise you, but even the smallest of gardens can accommodate a tree!