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
1 photos available
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
- 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