Explore London's wildlife
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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!
The best plants for bees and pollinators
Set up a ‘nectar café’ by planting flowers for pollinating insects like bees and butterflies
5 species to spot in London this spring and where to see them
Spot this seasons wildlife wonders.
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.
Fungi Spotter
See which fungi you can spot
SENsory Explorers at Centre for Wildlife Gardening
Enjoy a nature discovery session in a quiet atmosphere.
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.
How to plant a tree
It might surprise you, but even the smallest of gardens can accommodate a tree!
Gunnersbury Triangle Fungi Trail
Look for these fungi around Gunnersbury Triangle!
London plane
The London plane tree is, as its name suggests, a familiar sight along the roadsides and in the parks of London. An introduced and widely planted species, it is tough enough to put up with city…
Winter wildlife spotter
Even in winter, nature is full of life waiting to be discovered. Wrap up warm and keep an eye out for these fascinating creatures and resilient plants thriving in the colder months.