Animal Picture of the Day:
Black-Footed Ferret

Black-footed ferret

Credit: J. Michael Lockhart / USFWS

Not to be confused with its cousin the domestic ferret, the black-footed ferret has long been considered the most endangered mammal in North America. At only a foot and a half long nose to tail, the black-footed ferret’s fate is closely linked with that of the prairie dog. However, the ferret will also eat ground squirrels, mice, birds, and insects. It lives in burrows dug by prairie dogs, which also are its primary prey. A colony of prairie dogs 100 to 148 acres in size is necessary to support one ferret.

The black-footed ferret’s smaller cousin, the domestic ferret, is similar in looks, but is a totally domestic animal. Not a single wild colony of domestic ferrets exist. The domestic ferret makes an outstanding pet. If you live in California, or just want to learn about this wonderful creature, be sure to check out LegalizeFerrets.org.


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Packing Peanuts + Ferrets = Joy!

What do you get when you take one box full of packing peanuts and add a couple of ferrets? Pure ferret joy!

Contrary to popular belief, the domestic ferret is not a wild animal being kept in captivity. Domestic ferrets make hilarious pets, although they are not for everyone. Please do your research prior to adopting a ferret and you’re sure to have years of ferret-filled happiness!

Domestic ferrets’ wild cousin, the black-footed ferret, is one of the most endangered mammals in North America.

Cat & Ferrets Cuddle

Cats and ferrets don’t always get along, but when they do, it’s heart-breakingly cute. Check out Ned the cat giving a bath to his ferret buddies. Try not to say, “awwwwwwww,” too loudly if you’re in the office.

Contrary to popular belief, the domestic ferret is not a wild animal being kept in captivity. Domestic ferrets make hilarious pets, although they are not for everyone. Please do your research prior to adopting a ferret and you’re sure to have years of ferret-filled happiness!

Domestic ferrets’ wild cousin, the black-footed ferret, is one of the most endangered mammals in North America.

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