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The 18 creatures in the running to be on the new banknotes

The Bank of England has shortlisted 18 British wildlife species spanning mammals, birds, and amphibians/insects/fish to replace historical figures on future £5, £10, £20, and £50 banknotes. The public is invited to vote for up to six favorites by July 3, though Governor Andrew Bailey will make the final decision; the move, aimed at reducing counterfeiting, previously drew political criticism over the removal of figures like Sir Winston Churchill from notes.