Weasel usually inhabits forest and open woodland. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore. The average weight of the weasel is 120g-198g (4.2oz - 7oz). Weasel (mustela nivalis) is usually 22cm - 38cm (8.6in - 15in). The top speed it is able to reach is 25kph (15mph). The life span is 1 - 3 years.
Facts about weasels
Name | Weasel |
Scientific Name | Mustela nivalis |
Order | Carnivora |
Weight | 120g-198g (4.2oz - 7oz) |
Genus | Mustela |
Family | Mustelidae |
Group | Mammal |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Diet | Carnivore |
Life Span | 1 - 3 years |
Top Speed | 25kph (15mph) |
Prey | Mice, lemmings, voles |
Average Litter Size | 5 |
Size (L) | 22cm - 38cm (8.6in - 15in) |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Mammalia |
Predators | Hawks, foxes, snakes |
Habitat | Forest and open woodland |
Common Name | Weasel |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Colour | Dark and light brown, tan, white, black |
Skin Type | Fur |
Lifestyle | Diurnal/nocturnal |