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British Mammals

 		Species 1 - 7 of 7
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Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
One of our best-known wild mammals, the rabbit was introduced to Great Britain during the Twelfth century AD by the Normans. Its... More 19 Images 11 Videos
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Red deer (Cervus elaphus)
Red deer are the largest native land animal to occur in the UK. Stags (males) are larger in size than hinds (females), and have... More 20 Images 17 Videos
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Red fox (Vulpes vulpes)
The size of a small dog, the red fox is the largest member of the genus Vulpes and is well-known for its large bushy tail... More 23 Images 7 Videos
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Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris)
This attractive mammal has a chestnut upper body, with buff to cream underside, noticeable ear tufts and the famous fluffy tail... More 11 Images 10 Videos
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Reeve's muntjac (Muntiacus reevesi)
This small, stocky introduced species has a shiny reddish coat which turns brownish-grey in winter, and the chin, throat, the area... More 18 Images 1 Video
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Risso's dolphin (Grampus griseus)
Risso's dolphin is a large, stocky species with a blunt head. They are easily recognised as they are heavily scared and become... More 8 Images 1 Video
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Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)
This small, elegant deer is reddish brown in colour during summer but becomes grey, pale brown or even black in winter. The tail is... More 19 Images 5 Videos
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