Cute and Cuddly

This small and furry mammal has always been a victim of much negative attention.

The bat has been on the wrong side of human misconceptions and hasbeen unjustly labelled as a 'winged demon' which is an evil and bloodthirsty creature. This and practices such as habitat destruction and an indiscriminate use of pesticides have driven many bat species to the brink of extinction.

The beautiful Barn Owl was once a common sight across our night skies - their ghostly faces and shrieking calls were familiar to the people of the United Kingdom and no barn or village church was complete without one.

Sadly, over the last 50 years, the countryside has changed beyondrecognition and Barn Owl numbers have fallen by 70%.

Otters are found in most areas around the world.

The intelligence and grace of the dolphin have made this remarkable mammal a source of people's fascination and affection for thousands of years.

But, just as we are captivated by the dolphin, we are also responsible for its demise. Hundreds of thousands of dolphins are dying every year by becoming entangled in fishing nets as they follow their food supply.

Although many people have never seen one, badgers are probably one of the best-loved British mammals. The sight of a sensitive nose emerging to carefully test the air, followed by the striped head captivates watchers again and again.

The beautiful Barn Owl was once a common sight across our night skies - their ghostly faces and shrieking calls were familiar to the people of the United Kingdom and no barn or village church was complete without one.

Sadly, over the last 50 years, the countryside has changed beyond recognition and Barn Owl numbers have fallen by 70%.

Otters are found in most areas around the world.

The intelligence and grace of the dolphin have made this remarkable mammal a source of people's fascination and affection for thousands of years.

But, just as we are captivated by the dolphin, we are also responsible for its demise. Hundreds of thousands of dolphins are dying every year by becoming entangled in fishing nets as they follow their food supply.

If you adopt a dolphin we can help to protect these wonderful animals. You have three options:

1. An e-certificate for £14.50
2. A Monthly payment of £3 (or £4 with a book)
3. One off payment of £30 (or £40 with a book)
   

Although many people have never seen one, badgers are probably one of the best-loved British mammals. The sight of a sensitive nose emerging to carefully test the air, followed by the striped head captivates watchers again and again.