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This British mammal is monogamous and is usually found in small groups rather than herds.

Mammals - British Mammals 3

Pine martens, badgers, bats and more, British mammals are often hidden from view. This quiz helps you spot clues, learn habitats, and test your knowledge.

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Fascinating Fact

Pine martens are slim, tree-climbing predators with a pale throat patch, and their recovery in some areas has followed conservation work and woodland protection.

British mammals live in many places, from woods and farmland to towns, rivers, and the coast. Some are easiest to recognise by signs such as footprints, droppings, feeding marks, or calls, especially because many are most active at dawn, dusk, or at night.

Key Terms

Mustelid: A mammal from the weasel family, which includes animals like otters, stoats, and martens.
Den: A sheltered place where a mammal rests, hides, or raises its young.
Conservation: Protecting wildlife and habitats so species can survive and recover.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a mustelid in British wildlife?

A mustelid is a mammal from the weasel family. In Britain this group includes species such as otters, stoats, weasels, badgers, and martens, which often have long bodies and strong scents.

How do I identify a British mammal from tracks and signs?

You can identify a British mammal by checking print size, toe marks, and the walking pattern, plus clues nearby such as droppings, chewed nuts, burrows, or fur caught on fences.

Why are some British mammals protected?

Some British mammals are protected because their numbers have declined or they are vulnerable to habitat loss and disturbance. Protection helps reduce harm and supports recovery through safer habitats.

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1 .

Can you name this British mammal?

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Common Shrew

Water Shrew

Field Vole

Bank Vole

Order: Rodentia
Family: Cricetidae
Genus: Myodes
Species: M. glareolus
The tail is nearly as long as the body.
Can be spotted in hedgerows, banks and verges, especially in deciduous woodland.
It has prominent ears and a chestnut-brown coat.

2 .

What is a castrated male goat known as?

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Billy

Kid

Wether

Nanny

Order: Artiodactyla
Family: Bovidae
Genus: Capra
Species: C. aegagrus
Goats are one of the oldest domesticated species.
Their hide has been used for wine bottles and parchment.
Their distinguishing feature is horizontal slit-shaped pupils.
Extremely curious and intelligent.

3 .

Can you name this British mammal?

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Common Noctule

Hoary Bat

Greater Horseshoe Bat

Brandt's Bat

Order: Chiroptera
Family: Rhinolophidae
Genus: Rhinolophus
Species: R. ferrumequinum
Spotted mostly in south Wales and south west England.
Gets its name from the flap of skin around the nose.
This flap is used as part of the echolocation system - rather like a dish on a satellite receiver!

4 .

What is the gestation period for a cow?

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3 months

5 months

7 months

9 months

Order: Artiodactyla
Family: Bovidae
Genus: Bos
Species: B. primigenius
There are roughly 1.3 billion cattle in the world today.
Cattle are red-green colour-blind, therefore the expression "like a red flag to a bull" is technically incorrect!
In India, cattle are sacred animals.

5 .

A Red Squirrel was used in a 1960s/1970s campaign to educate children about road safety. What was his name?

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Nutkin

Basil

Bushy

Tufty

Order: Rodentia
Family: Sciuridae
Genus: Sciurus
Species: S. vulgaris
A native of the UK, unlike the Grey Squirrel which was introduced.
Rare in southern England.
Very territorial and will fight aggressively to protect their 'patch'.

6 .

Can you name this British mammal?

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Reeve's Muntjac

Wild Boar

Water Deer

European Otter

Order: Artiodactyla
Family: Cervidae
Genus: Muntiacus
Species: M. reevesi
The current population's ancestors are mostly likely escapees from Whipsnade Zoo.
Have been spotted in large urban parks in areas of London.
Can be a traffic hazard, as they do not readily move out of the way of cars.