Mink biography

Mink are small members of the weasel, or Mustelidae, family.

Mink biography

Otters, ferrets, martens, badgers, and wolverines are also members of the Mustelidae family, and distantly related to minks. These little carnivores are semiaquatic, and spend much of their hunting time in the water. There are two different species, the American mink and the European mink.

Read on to learn about the mink.

Description of the Mink

These mammals are similar in shape to ferrets and weasels. They have long, slender bodies with short legs and glossy fur.

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Their fur can come in a variety of colors, from dark brown to bright white, and a number of patterns in between.

In the wild, these creatures generally weigh a little over two pounds at their largest. Males are approximately two feet long, and females are slightly smaller than males.

Interesting Facts About the Mink

Popularly known for their beautiful fur, which humans commonly use in fur coats, they are interesting little creatures.

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