The word weasel can conjure up some interesting mental images. Weasels come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny to formidable. Several weasel species occupy local creeks, meadows, mountainsides and ...

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Reporting from Sacramento — A cat-sized, weasel-like animal whose habitat in forests along California’s northern coast is under threat from marijuana cultivation should receive endangered species ...

Of all the weasel species to worry about, the "least weasel" is the most worrisome. As the world's smallest carnivore, the least weasel is notoriously difficult to track down and has only been seen in ...

Weasels belong to the Mustelidae Family, and there are six members of this family living here in NYS. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia.org Weasels belong to the Mustelidae Family, and there are six members ...

A solitary, wandering weasel species capable of traversing mountain passes and covering up to 15 miles a day will return to Colorado after a century-long absence. The wolverine will be the next native ...

A new weasel species has amazed wildlife scientists recently. Researchers discovered it in Sichuan’s Hengduan Mountain forests. The species has been named Mustela mopbie, a slender predator.

Weasels are often difficult to capture on camera, making it hard for conservationists to track their population numbers. This study aimed to determine the best material to use as bait for camera traps ...