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Homes for mammals

Several types of mammals visit gardens and what you can attract depends on where you live, the surrounding landscape and habitats there are.

Bats and hedgehogs are among the most frequent and welcome visitors. Click on the links below to find out how to attract them into your garden.

Homes for bats

Bats are becoming increasingly rare in the UK. Loss of roost sites is just one of the reasons for their sad decline. You can help these fascinating little mammals by making new roost sites for them. More...

Illustration of pipistrelle bat

Homes for hedgehogs

Hedgehogs are believed to be declining and have been listed as a species of conservation concern. You can encourage them into your garden by providing them with food and a home. More...

Hedgehog

What can I do?

Take part in 'Homes for Wildlife' and we'll provide you with all the advice you'll need to attract birds and other wildlife to your garden.