Mammals
In an area comprised of remote heath-lands with sandy tracts
bordering on rich pastures, Rabbits thrive. Hedgehogs are a common
sight and a multitude of Shrews and Voles frequent the hedgerows and
dry-stone walls. It is not surprising, therefore, that the area boasts
a thriving population of predators. The Polecat, Weasel and Stoat can
often be seen dashing across the country lanes in pursuit of their
next meal and Foxes boldly stalk in the fields and copses.
Despite continued persecution, Badgers are firmly established in the
region with a number of extensive set complexes being established in
more remote areas. Otters seem to be on the comeback, particularly in
the north-eastern part of the area.
Traditional stone-built farmsteads, so common in the area, offer
sanctuary to a number of bat species, predominantly the Pipistrelle,
whose twilight fluttering is so much a part of the summer evening
tranquillity of Llŷn.
Photo from Alan Gray Birds>>
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