Wild BritainSäsong 1

When we think of countries well known for their wildlife, the U.K. isn't one that typically comes to mind, but this island nation contains a variety of ecosystems which contain a myriad of animals and plants. This eight-part series documents Britain's natural landscapes and the animals that inhabit them.

Where to Watch Wild Britain • Säsong 1

8 Episodes

Mountains
A1
MountainsOnly the hardiest of beasts survive in Britain's mountains and uplands, including the golden eagle and its prey the mountain hare, plus 400,000 red deer and flamboyant black grouse.
Forests
A2
ForestsBritain's forests contain majestic trees, some of them thousands of years old. Behind the leafy veil, there are booming populations of previously rare wild boar and goshawks.
Coasts
A3
CoastsFrom sandy beaches to soaring cliffs, Britain's coastlines are one of nature's wildest habitats, where hardy creatures are battling to survive.
Rivers
A4
RiversWith more than 6,000 rivers criss-crossing our land, their denizens often go unnoticed. Solid bones and high oxygen levels mean a dipper bird can dive underwater for 30 seconds.
Water Worlds
A5
Water WorldsIn the varied water worlds all kinds of wildlife thrive, from slithering grass snakes to delicate reed warblers.
Countryside
A6
CountrysideEvidence of how the countryside has changed more in the last 100 years than in the previous two thousand. Barn owls fight for their territory against kestrels.
Islands
A7
IslandsOn North Ronaldsay, one rare breed of sheep can subsist on a diet of only seaweed. In the Shetlands, otters benefit from a current of warm water flowing up from Spain.
Cities
A8
CitiesHedgehogs have declined in numbers from 30 million to one million in 60 years. Great crested newts enjoy an elaborate courtship in larger ponds.