The Weasel
Meet the weasel - a tiny but terrific creature! Belonging to the Mustelidae family, weasels are slender, long-bodied animals with short legs, a small head, and eyes that sparkle with curiosity. They wear a coat of brown fur with a white underbelly, which in some species changes to pure white in winter for camouflage in the snow. Don't let their cute face fool you though; weasels are accomplished hunters, excellent climbers and swimmers and are known for their steely resolve and agility.
| Weasel | |
|---|---|
| Size | 7-13 inches (18-33 cm) |
| Weight | 1-2 ounces (28-57 grams) |
| Speed | 40mph (64km/h) |
| Key Strength | Agility and ability to take on prey larger than themselves |
| Biggest Weakness | Small size and light weight |
| Scientific Name | Mustela nivalis |
| Family | Mustelidae |
| Habitat | Forests, fields, grasslands, and farmlands |
| Geography | North America, Europe, and Asia |
| Diet | Carnivorous, primarily rodents and rabbits |
| Lifespan | 1.5 years - 3 years |
The Weasel
Meet the weasel - a tiny but terrific creature! Belonging to the Mustelidae family, weasels are slender, long-bodied animals with short legs, a small head, and eyes that sparkle with curiosity. They wear a coat of brown fur with a white underbelly, which in some species changes to pure white in winter for camouflage in the snow. Don't let their cute face fool you though; weasels are accomplished hunters, excellent climbers and swimmers and are known for their steely resolve and agility.
Fun Fact: Did you know, weasels perform a crazy "war dance" to surprise their prey before attacking, making them one of the grooviest hunters in the animal kingdom!
| Weasel | |
|---|---|
| Size | 7-13 inches (18-33 cm) |
| Weight | 1-2 ounces (28-57 grams) |
| Speed | 40mph (64km/h) |
| Key Strength | Agility and ability to take on prey larger than themselves |
| Biggest Weakness | Small size and light weight |
| Scientific Name | Mustela nivalis |
| Family | Mustelidae |
| Habitat | Forests, fields, grasslands, and farmlands |
| Geography | North America, Europe, and Asia |
| Diet | Carnivorous, primarily rodents and rabbits |
| Lifespan | 1.5 years - 3 years |
Fun Fact: Winter is coming? No worries! Some weasels change the color of their fur to pure white during winter, creating the perfect snowy disguise.
Fun Fact: Tiny but mighty - weasels may be small but they are known to take down prey much larger than themselves, proving size isn't everything!