A LOCAL nature enthusiast believes they have stumbled across something remarkable in the Forest of Dean, a wild boar skull with intricately preserved nasal bones. The find, shared on social media this week, has captured the interest of residents and wildlife fans alike.

The original poster, known as Gourmet Gatherings, shared a photo of the skull and wrote: "I think this is a Wild Boar skull I found in the forest? Can anyone confirm? The turbinate bones in the nasal cavity are amazing. I wish the tusks were still there as I would have liked to use them for a necklace."

Comments quickly followed, with Skye Titley praising the skull and calling it a testament to nature's artistry. Others focused on the unusually clean teeth, with Sarah Mattan asking how they were so white. The poster joked that the boar must have had excellent dental care.

Other contributors suggested it was down to a diet free of sweets or perhaps a fondness for white wine. One even remarked that the teeth were cleaner than those of many people they knew.

Some compared the skull to other creatures, including a baby T-Rex and even an alien. Nic Peglar-Davies highlighted the similarity of the boar's nasal cavity to human sinuses, while Rachel Harding recalled finding an otter skull the previous year with a similarly fascinating nose structure.

Several commenters were interested in the skull's fate. Kaylee Thomas asked to be informed if it was not being kept, noting it could be of local educational interest.

The missing tusks were also noted, though one commenter believed they were still present, sparking discussion about how complete the skull actually was.

The discovery has reminded Forest of Dean residents of the intricate beauty of local wildlife. From the delicate bone structures to the remarkable teeth.