Polecat

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.