Thank you for visiting the Oxfordshire Mammal Group Website. We hope you find the resources useful and hope to see you at an upcoming event.
This growing group is run by individuals (all volunteers) who live in Oxfordshire and have an interest in mammals (see our profiles on the Meet the Committee page). We have varied backgrounds and professions but we each are committed to conservation, education and getting people enthused about wildlife.
If you aren't already a Member we would love you to get involved too.
ABOUT US
WHAT WE DO
We have a varied programme of indoor and outdoor events, from talks and displays to field surveys and staking out badger setts. If you have an interest in mammals, there's certain to be something for you here!
WHERE WE ARE
We cover the whole of Oxfordshire - if you have seen any interesting mammals locally, we'd love to know! We're particularly interested in reports of Dormice and Hedgehogs (both are now threatened species).
WHY WE DO IT
We're not for profit. We do it to understand more about mammals in Oxfordshire, for interest, to educate others and just for fun. You'll never forget the first time you saw a badger emerge from its sett on a still summer evening or found a Harvest mouse nest. Try it and see!
Latest update: 18 October 2026
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Upcoming Events
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​25th October: Green Fair - see us there!
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November and December:
Harvest Mouse Surveys. First one Sat 21st November. Contact oxonmg@gmail.com if interested.
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9th November: Public Perception of Deer Culling (7pm at OUMNH)
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Abstract: Scotland’s relationship with deer is complex. Deer are an important part of Scotland’s ecology, culture, and economy, but their population densities and management are also closely tied to debates around biodiversity, woodland regeneration, land use, and animal welfare. Decisions about how deer are managed therefore require consideration of not only ecological evidence, but also of social and ethical perspectives. This talk will explore Jess’ research into perceptions of deer management in Scotland, as well as what the Scottish deer debate can tell us about the challenges of managing wildlife in landscapes where ecological objectives, livelihoods, cultural traditions, and values may intersect.
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7th December: Heat stress in African Wild Dogs (7pm at MNH)
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