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Footprints For The Future
The Mammal Society and Wildwood Trust are looking for experienced small mammal trappers to get involved in a project aiming to revolutionise the use of footprint tunnels to monitor small mammals in Britain. 5 Min Read
Echo in the Dark: Bio-Vinyl Prize Draw
Two artists have created an album of music tracks inspired by, and featuring, recordings of British native bats. And there’s a chance to win a limited edition bio-vinyl and unique print! 5 Min Read
All bite and no bark - the impact of grey squirrels in Britain
To mark Invasive & Non-Native Species (INNS) Week, when we consider the causes and impact of introduced species on native ecosystems, Mammal Society CEO Matt Larsen-Daw summarises one of the biggest British conservation challenges of our time - the grey squirrel. 7 Min Read
Feline the pressure: domestic cats and wildlife
Domestic cats are highly successful non-native predators. Are they a threat to UK biodiversity, and should owners have more responsibility to control their behaviour? 7 Min Read
New Publication: A Photographic Guide to Prey Remains in Otter Spraint
New Publication: A Photographic Guide to Prey Remains in Otter Spraint by Susanna Ramsey and Dave Groves
Available now in hard copy manual, downloadable e-book and free online resource.
First ever evidence of harvest mouse recorded on Scottish Isle of Mull
Evidence of harvest mice presence has been found on the Isle of Mull - a first for any Scottish island.
Announcing the Golden Ticket Scheme 2025
The Golden Ticket Scheme is your opportunity to access a free Mammal Society training course in 2025! 2 Min Read
Nominations for the Mammal Champions Award Now Open!
Our 2025 Mammal Champions Awards are now open! Find out how to submit your nomination here! 2 Min Read
A novel Body Condition Scoring (BCS) system for harbour seals
Student Spotlight by Anna McMillan. 5 Min read
University of Stirling photography competition
Student Spotlight by Sammy Berniger. 3 Min Read
How UMAC has pushed me to gain leadership and science communication Skills
Student Spotlight by Anna Foster. 5 Min Read
Securing your camera trap (on a student’s budget!)
Student Spotlight by Kenneth Hillock. 2 Min Read
Media content analysis of wild red foxes in the UK
Student Spotlight by Katherine (Koko) Sutter 5 Mins