A small collecton of skulls
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There was some grey fur nearby. I will have a look next time I pass through to see if there's any teeth.
No, not badger. A badger has a very distinct ridge running along the top of the head that the jaw muscles are attached to as in the middle skull below.
If you could get pictures from a few more angles it’d help. Fox and badger skulls can be tricky to differentiate without seeing a few angles, especially if when you throw different ages of animal into the mix. Also useful to know if the lower jaw stays attached when lifting the top.
I’m not sure about a young badger but I’d agree with Broch, usually they have the line down the centre of the cranium. Otter also is similar and stoat but that would be too small. The only other suggestion is it could be a polecat, they’re usually a bit smaller than 5” though.
@JonathanD ?? :-D
@JonathanD ?? :-D
It’s 100% a badger. Juveniles 12 months and under haven’t developed the crest yet and are smooth like that. And the jaws aren’t locked in either at that age.
