Mammals in Somerset

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common mammals in Somerset?

The 10 most common mammals in Somerset are:

1. Common Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus)
2. Common Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus)
3. Soprano Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pygmaeus)
4. Western Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus)
5. Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
6. Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)
7. European Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
8. European Mole (Talpa europaea)
9. European Badger (Meles meles)
10. Red Deer (Cervus elaphus)

What is the most observed mammal in Somerset?

The most observed mammal in Somerset is Common Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus), with 352 recorded observations.