Could the destruction of the natural world be reversed? Could our bare hills once more support a rich and thriving ecosystem, containing wolves, lynx, moose, bison, wolverines and boar? Does our wildlife still bear the marks of the great beasts that once roamed here? George Monbiot narrates an animation on the enchanting subject of rewilding.

Subscribe to The Guardian on YouTube ► http://is.gd/subscribeguardian

The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► https://bit.ly/3biVfwh

Website ► https://www.theguardian.com
Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/theguardian
Twitter ► https://twitter.com/guardian
Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/guardian