Born in the depths of winter, badger cubs will soon be taking their first steps into the woodland world under the watchful eyes of their mothers.
Playful and curious, they wrestle with siblings, developing the strength and coordination needed for adulthood, while the lush forest floor provides an abundance of food, from earthworms to berries, aiding their growth.
As twilight falls, cubs cautiously explore their surroundings, gradually learning the pathways of their ancestors.
Their emergence marks a magical moment in the seasonal cycle of British wildlife – and you can see it here in this gorgeous video.
Main image: badger cub in woodland/Getty
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