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British Mammals

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Common dormouse (Muscardinus avellanarius)
This attractive rodent can be easily distinguished from mice by its long, fluffy tail. One of the smaller members of the family of... More 7 Images 5 Videos
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Common otter (Lutra lutra)
The elusive common otter has sleek brown fur, which is often paler on the underside, and a long lithe body with a thick tail and... More 15 Images 18 Videos
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Common seal (Phoca vitulina)
Also known as the harbour seal, the common seal is the smaller of the two breeding seals in Great Britain. When hauled out it often... More 9 Images 6 Videos
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Common shrew (Sorex araneus)
The common shrew, one of Britain's most abundant mammals has a long, flexible snout, tiny ears and small eyes typical of most... More 8 Images 7 Videos
Species 1 - 4 of 4