04/08/2013
Rachael Garside joins the search for one of the rarest animals in Britain, the Pine Marten, which was thought to be extinct in Wales until a dead one was discovered in 2012.
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On the Trail of the Lonesome Pine Marten
One of the rarest animals in Britain, the Pine Marten was thought to be extinct here in Wales...but the discovery of a dead one last November, near Newtown was an encouraging sign that they're living in Wales. It's thanks to the 5p plastic carrier bag levy that a 2 year project from the Vincent Wildlife Trust is underway to help this rare native mammal.
And if you think you've spotted a Pine Marten or would like to get involved - the project officer David Bavin would love to hear from you [email protected]
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- Sun 4 Aug 201307:00BBC Radio Wales
- Mon 5 Aug 201305:30BBC Radio Wales
- Sun 12 Jan 201407:00BBC Radio Wales
- Mon 13 Jan 201405:30BBC Radio Wales
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