They were once one of Britain's most common mammals. Pine martens became critically endangered after being trapped for their fur and shot for sport but could now be reintroduced to the South West of England after a 140-year absence Conservation groups including the National Trust hope the nocturnal animals could be released as early as autumn 2024 They are working …
Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Beavers which have recently been re-introduced to Somerset have constructed a dam – the first …