Badger survives five-mile journey trapped in car bumper after North Wales road collision
A badger was found alive but severely injured after being carried nearly five miles trapped in a car’s front bumper following a road traffic collision in North Wales.
The animal was struck by a vehicle during a morning commute. The driver was initially unaware the badger had become lodged in the front bumper and only discovered it upon arriving at work, according to Clwyd Badger Group, which carried out the rescue.
When volunteers arrived on scene, the animal had suffered significant injuries, including the loss of several areas of skin, a wounded neck and suspected bone damage. The badger was in considerable pain and very subdued.
Volunteers described the incident at one of the most distressing they have attended.
Dan Rose of Clwyd Badger Group, who carried out the rescue, said: “It was an awful situation to be in. We managed to catch the badger very easily as he was clearly in a lot of pain.
“We’re grateful for members of the public who report things to us as swiftly as they can.
“A horrible situation for the driver but we very much appreciate that the correct thing was done, they stayed by the badger to make sure it didn’t get away and phoned to get professional help.”
Clwyd Badger Group is urging anyone who hits or discovers a badger following a collision anywhere in North Wales to report it, even where the animal has already died.
Dan Rose added: “Any time a badger is hit across North Wales please do report to Clwyd Badger Group to make us aware. We record every road traffic accident report even if that badger is already dead.
“This data is used to collect suitable badgers to have tested for bovine TB and also checked for malicious intent.”
Clwyd Badge Group is the affiliated local group of the Badger Trust, covering Wrexham, Flintshire, Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd and Anglesey.
All road traffic incidents involving badgers reported to the group contribute to important monitoring work. Recorded data supports disease surveillance, including testing for bovine tuberculosis, and helps identify any patterns of deliberate harm.
To report a badger road traffic incident in North Wales, please contact Clwyd Badger Group via their social media channels or via their website.
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