There have been 39 cute endangered dormice which have been released into the wild in England.
The 39 endangered dormice have been released into the wild in Lancashire, England. The cute mice have been released into woodlands.
They were bred in captivity so that they could be released into the wild in an effort to help boost the dormice population in England.
What Is The Dormice Population In The UK?
The dormice population in the UK is unknown. However, what is known is that their population has been declining.
Even though the dormouse population is unknown, the dormouse is endangered and thought to be vulnerable to extinction.
Where Are They Found In The UK?
Dormice are only found in just two areas of the UK: they are only found in Southern England, South Wales and on the English and Welsh border in the wild. They are not found anywhere else in the UK, making these cute mice one of the rarest animals in the UK today.
You can learn more about the dormouse in the UK - here!
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