A warning has been issued after a meerkat has reportedly escaped from his Stockport home.

Reddish Vale Farm has issued an urgent alert today (January 11) that one of its meerkats has seemingly made a run for it in the night.

It is believed the mischievous animal could have made it to the nearby Reddish Vale Country park and be anywhere in its 400 acres.

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While the farm is hoping residents and walkers will keep a lookout for the "friendly" meerkat, they also warned he could bite - "if feeling threatened". 

The full post on social media reads: "ATTENTION.

"One of our meerkats has escaped overnight.

"We believe he may have made his way on to Reddish Vale Country Park.

"If you spot him please do not approach - our meerkats are very friendly but can bite if feeling threatened."

Anyone who spots the lone adventurer is being encouraged to call 0161 480 1645.

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