Why we need biodiversity - with Sir David Attenborough

Sir David Attenborough voices this animation, ahead of COP15, explaining why we need the natural world and what we can do to save it. 🌎 Biodiversity is under intense pressure from human activity worldwide. Scientists believe we are heading towards a mass extinction from which there will be no return. However, there is still time to change direction if we act now. Everyone, no matter who they are, can make a difference. All you need is the facts. Go to to find out more. Our biodiversity Q&A that accompanies this video will be available from 11 October Stay in touch with the Royal Society through our email newsletter Video credits: Images by Oof Animation Music by Marian Mentrup Sound design by Marian Mentrup and Timo Säilä The Royal Society is a Fellowship of many of the world’s most eminent scientists and is the oldest scientific