Springwatch returns to BBC Two this Monday, bringing with it the usual blend of weekend wildlife drama, breathtaking landscapes, and a sobering look at the darker side of nature. Airing at 8 PM, Episode 9 finds presenters Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan back at the Longshaw Estate, sorting through a fresh batch of wildlife camera footage—which captures everything from heartwarming animal interactions to high-stakes predator-prey showdowns.
Iolo Williams wraps up his Northern Irish road trip at Mount Stewart, where he continues his search for two of the region’s most elusive creatures: the pine marten and the red squirrel. Back in the studio, the team turns its attention to a more troubling subject: the ongoing issue of peregrine crime in the UK. Expect a report that’s both eye-opening and likely to spark wider conversation about wildlife protection.
The series, now a staple of BBC Two’s spring programming, has consistently drawn viewers with its intimate access to the natural world. This episode continues that tradition, weaving together compelling animal stories with the kind of informed environmentalism that keeps Springwatch more than just pretty pictures—it’s a call to action, too.
Springwatch airs Monday, June 9th at 8:00 PM GMT on BBC Two.
