Question from event: Are badgers aggressive animals?
• Answer: In our opinion no. We handle many badgers after rescuing them and haven’t come across a nasty one yet. However, like any animal they become aggressive if injured or trapped etc. Don’t go handling badgers yourself though – our members are experienced in this. Back to Index [02] Question from John: Is it true that badgers only come out in the dark? • Answer: No John, in the summer we often take groups of people to watch badgers as early as 7.30pm, when it gets dark at about 10ish. Back to Index [03] Question from E.Jones: How long do badgers live? • Answer: A males’ (boar) natural life expectancy is around 15 years, while a females’ (sow) is around 10. However, it is our experience that very few reach their natural expectancy as many are killed on roads and baited etc. Back to Index [04] Question from event: What do badgers eat? • Answer: Their main diet consists of earthworms, but also they will eat small mammals and berries etc. However, badgers in Neath and Port Talbot seem
