Domestic Ferret
Mustela furo
Conservation Status
Data DeficientMammalia · Carnivora · Mustelidae
About
The ferret is a small, domesticated species belonging to the family Mustelidae. The ferret is most likely a domesticated form of the wild European polecat, as evidenced by the ferret's ability to interbreed with European polecats and produce hybrid offspring. Physically, ferrets resemble other mustelids because of their long, slender bodies. Including their tail, the average length of a ferret is about 50 cm (20 in); they weigh between 0.7 and 2.0 kg ; and their fur can be black, brown, white, or a mixture of those colours. The species is sexually dimorphic, with males being considerably larger than females.
Fun Fact
It is often accompanied by a unique soft clucking noise, commonly referred to as "dooking".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to North America.
Diet
Diet of their wild ancestors consisted of whole small prey, including meat, organs, bones, skin, feathers and fur.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance