Wimbledon Common, Putney Heath and Putney Lower Common are home to a rich array of wildlife and plants.
The Commons make an ideal place for spotting wildlife and observing the seasonal changes in the flora and fauna. Capture the scenery with some photography or painting, listen to the birdsong, search for special plants such as orchids, or simply relax in natural surroundings, enjoying the open vistas, woodland glades and ponds.
Explore the distinctive landscapes
Wildlife recording on the Commons
Monitoring the wildlife, flora and fauna on the Commons is a really important way for us to understand whether the conservation work we carry out is having the desired effect or, as the climate starts to change and the species we get here adjusts, whether we need to be doing things differently.
You can help with this monitoring by recording and sending us your sightings.
Our reports
We produce two major reports each year relating to the wildlife of the Commons: our Annual Conservation Report – produced by our Conservation and Engagement Officer – summarises and explains the work our maintenance and conservation teams carry out on the Commons. The Monitoring Report is a substantial, data-led report on the recording of the flora and fauna on the Commons.
“Wimbledon Common means so much to me; beautiful countryside within London, my favourite city in the world.”
John C White
