Badgers
The badger (Meles meles) is an iconic British species known for their distinctive black and white facial stripes, which make them easily recognizable.
Badger Rescue
Always approach a potentially injured badger with caution and do not attempt to touch it. You should seek help if a badger:
- Is out during the day
- Has obvious injuries
- Has been hit by a car
- Is caught in a snare or fence
A baby badger on its own
Baby badgers usually stay in the sett so if it’s above ground, there may be an issue. Observe before intervening and call a wildlife rescue for advice.
A dead badger
Your local badger group will appreciate reports of dead badgers as these help them locate setts and accident hotspots, and even find orphaned babies in the case of nursing females. You can find details of your local badger group at badgertrust.org.uk or scottishbadgers.org.uk.
