General · 7 May 2026
David Attenborough's 100th birthday sees new species named
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Sir David Attenborough's profound influence on understanding the natural world is being celebrated as new species are highlighted. To mark his 100th birthday on 8 May, a selection of fascinating flora and fauna, including a wildflower, is being recognised. Attenborough’s hawkweed, the first living species in the UK named for him, was discovered in 2004.
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