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Long-tailed Weasel

Mustela frenata

About the Long-tailed Weasel

The Long-tailed Weasel (Mustela frenata) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.

Conservation Status

Long-tailed Weasel is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Population Trend

stable

Current Threats

  • Habitat loss and fragmentation
  • Persecution by humans

Photo Gallery

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Geographic Distribution

Distribution by Region

North America

Continent: North America
Country: United States, Canada, Mexico
Region: Varied habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands

Central America

Continent: North America
Country: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador
Region: Varied habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands

Distribution Overview

The Long-tailed Weasel is a widely distributed species, found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Quick Facts

Size
30 - 60 cm
Weight
150 - 400 g
Lifespan
up to 10-15 years years
Diet
Carnivorous, eating a variety of small mammals, birds, and insects

Habitat

ForestsGrasslandsWetlandsVaried habitats

Behavior

  • Solitary animal, only coming together to mate
  • Carnivorous, eating a variety of small mammals, birds, and insects
  • Known for its agility and speed, able to climb trees and chase prey