# @bbcnews on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DYFWTQ5jIhS
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65266783-bbcnews-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/56dcd5c3e1.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-05-08T15:59:53.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BBC News (@bbcnews) — https://gondola.cc/bbcnews

## Caption

Over his decades of work as a wildlife broadcaster and campaigner, all sorts of creatures have been named after Sir David Attenborough.

On his 100th birthday, here’s a look back at some of the best – including a carnivorous plant and the Attenborosaurus.

Tap the link in @BBCNews's bio to read about how Sir David will be celebrating the special day.

#DavidAttenborough #Reptiles #History #OurPlanet #BBCNews

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- **Views:** 98,605
- **Likes:** 9,746
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- **Comments:** 62

## Tags

history, ourplanet, bbcnews, davidattenborough, reptiles

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