Are Ermines Endangered Status Affects Winter Trapping Seasons
Jan 7, 2026 · Widely distributed across northern North America and Eurasia, ermines are most abundant in thickets, woodlands, and semi-timbered areas. More than 35 subspecies are known. Ermines are small, slender mammals known for their striking appearance and physical adaptability. They have elongated bodies, short legs, and a long neck, contributing to their agile and fluid movements. Ermine (Mustela erminea) are also called stoats, short-tailed weasels and Bonaparte weasels. They are a northern weasel species that turn white in the winter. Widely distributed across northern North.
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