#david-attenborough

#david-attenborough

The clip, filmed in 1978 for the landmark BBC series Life on Earth: A Natural History, demonstrates what has become Attenborough's trademark over his 70-year career: the communication of new, surprising and complex phenomena by showing rather than telling. There's no lecture here - just curiosity, mischief and arresting visual impact.

8.30pm, BBC One Happy 100th birthday to David Attenborough! A week of celebratory programming has led up to this special live extravaganza at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The BBC Concert Orchestra will accompany the 90-minute journey through the veteran broadcaster's most remarkable moments over the last century. Prepare to be left in awe and probably a wee bit emotional, too.

"I thought, This can't be right'. And by the time the water rose to my nose, I thought, I'm sure this is not right."

David Attenborough's deep connection with the natural world and his compelling documentaries have inspired generations to respect and protect our fragile environment; honoring him means taking action on climate change.

In an age when it's hard to trust anyone, David Attenborough stands out by consistently telling the truth, even as science changes.

Attenborough reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery, showcasing the importance of a healthy ocean for planet stability.