On a crowded island like Britain, any wild mammal species, especially one of fairly large size, conflicts in some way with our interests.
The badger is no exception. Attitudes vary as to what action should be taken when these conflicts arise, but today it is increasingly realised that wildlife is a priceless asset which should be conserved, even if this entails slight economic loss or inconvenience. Find out more »
Working in partnership with English Heritage, Absolute Archaeology and Haresfield Farms estates During August 2013, WildlifeCo successfully resolved the badger sett problem affecting this scheduled ancient monument in Haresfield, Gloucestershire. The Haresfield Mount moated site is designated by the Secretary of State and English heritage to be a site of national importance. Find out more »
In May 2013, WildlifeCo successfully completed an urban badger sett closure. Their presence in the neighbourhood was affecting a number of houses by threatening subsidence to property and damage to gardens.
A bait marking programme – where resident badgers at the sett are left food containing coloured beads which pass harmlessly through the badgers’ digestive system and show up in their faeces – was carried out to help us identify the extent of the badgers territory and habitat. Find out more »