7 animal species relocating to the UK due to rising temperatures

Scientists are continuing to research the effects of climate change on our planet and wildlife. As average temperatures in the UK have risen by almost 1°C in the past three decades, extreme weather has become more frequent, such as heatwaves and flooding.

These changes in environment are having a big impact on the UK's wildlife and ecosystem, with some native species becoming at risk, while other non-native species are changing their behaviour by heading to our shores. Here are seven non-native species of animal that are heading to the UK due to climate change, from sharks to moths. It really highlights the big changes taking place on our planet as we speak. To find out more about climate change and what you can do to help, visit the Greenpeace information pages.