We may not have the larger, more impressive mammals such as giraffes or elephants, but there is a deep sense of attachment and familiarity to our own wildlife, like badgers, deer and hedgehogs.' ...

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The leading regional auctioneers are keen to build on the success of last November’s auction when an oil painting of famous British ... at Halls Fine Art’s sporting and wildlife auction ...