wild boar

wild boar

Extinct for 300 years in England, the wild boar is making a small comeback in isolated patches of woodland, though repeated culls makes them wary customers.

Wild boar guide: benefits, dangers and where to see them in Britain

Wild boar numbers are rising in Britain, as are the arguments as to whether they should stay or go. Our guide explores boar in the UK, including whether they are dangerous, how they benefit the woodlands and grasslands, and where they live in Britain.
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Bike Ride: Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

Set out on a family bike ride and cycle through crisp autumn leaves and over muddy trails in search of one of Britain’s most elusive mammals, the wild boar.  
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Wild boar in the Forest of Dean could be a danger to walkers

There are concerns over the growing wild boar population in the Forest of Dean and the threat they may pose to people. But are these wild animals actually dangerous? 
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