Hazel dormouse numbers show signs of recovery in England and Wales
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Hazel dormouse numbers show signs of recovery in England and Wales

2 hours ago · Originally published 9 Nov 2026 7/10 Original headline: Dormouse numbers may be helped by warmer summers - survey
New data from the National Dormouse Monitoring Programme indicates a population increase between 2020 and 2025, following years of decline. Scientists suggest that warmer spring and summer conditions may have boosted food supplies and breeding opportunities, though conservationists maintain that protecting woodland habitats remains vital for the species' long-term future.
Source: BBC News UK National
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