Monday 30 September 2024

When Did They Come to the UK? 1. The European Rabbit

The European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) was probably introduced to Britain by the Romans around 2000 years ago.

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When Did They Come to the UK? 5. The American Mink

The American mink ( Neovison vison ) arrived in the UK for fur breeders in 1929. They were first reported breeding in the wild in 1956.