Domestic Ferret/Polecat

Mustela putorius furo

Scientific Name

Domestic Ferret/Polecat:  
Mustela putorius furo

Distribution and Habitat

Geographic Range

Domestic ferret/polecats reside in the dens created by that of other animals, close to a water source, typically in woodland and grassland areas.

Natural Habitat

Ferrets have a slender and long body covered in soft fur. Their legs, though very short, contain non-retractable claws.

Physical Characteristics

  • Ferrets have a slender and long body covered in soft fur. Their legs, though very short, contain non-retractable claws.

Quick Facts

  1. Ferrets love to sleep, usually between 14-18 hours a day!

Exhibit

Education Department

Conservation Status

Not Evaluated:The Domestic Ferret/Polecat has not yet been evaluated against the criteria.

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Diet

Carnivore

Domestic ferret/polecats consume a primarily carnivorous diet, consisting that of rabbits, other small mammals, rodents, birds etc.