BREAKING NEWS – UK Wildlife to Feature on the Next Series of Banknotes

UPDATE: Public Vote Now Open – Choose Your Favourite Wildlife Species

The Bank of England has now unveiled the 18 animals shortlisted to appear on the next series of UK banknotes, and the public is being invited to have their say.

The shortlist includes some of Britain’s most recognisable wildlife species, from the Atlantic Puffin, Barn Owl and White-tailed Eagle to the European Hedgehog, Red Fox and Bottlenose Dolphin. Aquatic, amphibious and insect species have also been shortlisted, including the Atlantic Salmon, Buff-tailed Bumblebee and Emperor Dragonfly.

The full shortlist is :

The public consultation is open until 3 July 2026, giving everyone the opportunity to help shape the future of Britain’s banknotes.

The Bank of England has stated that while individual species will feature prominently on the notes, future designs could also incorporate related natural habitats, plants and landscapes to celebrate the UK’s rich natural heritage.

You can cast your vote by visiting the Bank of England consultation page HERE.

Which Animal Would You Choose?

Let us know your favourite from the shortlist in the comments below. 🦉🦔🦊🐬

This exciting update follows a nationwide consultation held in July 2025, where the public was asked to vote on what theme they would like to see represented on the next generation of banknotes.

After reviewing the responses and holding focus groups across the UK, the nature theme received the highest number of nominations, with many people suggesting wildlife native to the UK.

So in the future, our banknotes could celebrate the incredible animals that live right here in the UK!

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Public Vote to Decide the Wildlife

Although the theme has now been confirmed, the specific animals that will appear on the banknotes have not yet been chosen.

The Bank of England plans to launch a second public consultation in summer 2026, giving people the chance to help decide which wildlife should feature on the new designs.

To help create the shortlist, the Bank has assembled a panel of wildlife experts from across the UK, who will help identify suitable species for the public to vote on.

While the focus will be on animals native to the UK, the final designs could also include other natural elements such as plants, flowers and landscapes to complete the overall look of the notes.

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Which Animals Would You Like to See?

Could we see a hedgehog on the £10, a puffin on the £20, or maybe a red fox on the £50?

There are so many amazing species that could feature on the next series of banknotes.

Which UK wildlife would you love to see appear on a banknote?

Let us know in the comments below!