Heathland land mammals

  • Badger (by James Lindsey)

    Badger

    With its striking black and white striped head, the badger is one of our most instantly recognisable mammals. Photo: James Lindsey

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  • Harvest Mouse

    Harvest Mouse

    You are more likely to spot the closely woven nest of a Harvest Mouse than the animal itself. Photo: ©Natural England/Julian Dowse

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  • Highland Cow, Mullion Cliffs, Cornwall

    Highland Cattle

    The hardiness of this distinctive breed makes it an excellent choice for conservation grazing. Photo: Steve Townsend

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  • Rabbit

    Rabbit

    We’re very familiar with rabbits in Britain, but did you know they are in serious decline in their native range in south-west Europe? Photo: © Natural England/Allan Drewitt

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  • Shetland Pony, Goonhilly, Cornwall

    Shetland Pony

    We might be at the other end of the land from the far northern isles, but you can still spot Shetland ponies on The Lizard, doing their bit for conservation. […]

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