Unfortunately a
Polecat was hit by a car near Cholsey Hill. It was picked up by a car following but died soon after.
This is only the 2nd record of Polecat in Cholsey with 2 seen in 2010.
The Polecat is a native British Mammal and has expanded its range eastwards recently from its stronghold in Wales.
This one was a male approx. 40cm from snout to rump. A DNA sample was given to the Natural History Museum, London and we await results.
Information and photos courtesy Vicky Gilson.
Sweet Violet to lighten the mood.
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