Mustela Collection (#2)

Weasel, stoat, ermine, polecat, ferret, marten and sable.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of Natural History, 1794

Weasel in white winter fur - adult (Mustela nivalis). common predator in taiga-forests, Russia

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Mink Skull- X ray showing teeth (Mustela vison) Date:

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Stoat - running (Mustela erminea) Date:

Baby Weasel (Mustela sp. )
Baby Weasel (Mustela sp.)

Five-Bearded and Four-Bearded Rockling
Five-Bearded Rockling (Ciliata mustela) and Four-Bearded Rockling (Enchelyopus cimbrius). Date: 1864

Ermine, Mustela erminea.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802) published by Harrison

Ermined weasel, Mustela erminea.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802)

Forkbeard, Phycis phycis, and fivebeard rockling, Ciliata mustela.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

Ermine with prey (lemming) in abandoned winter hut (a typical habitat for ermines) (Mustela erminea). near Dikson, Russian Arctic. Typical species along the Kara Sea coast. Summer, August

Weasel - in white winter fur, adult; common predator in taiga-forests (Mustela nivalis). Siberia, Russia

POLECAT
(mustela putorious) This lucky European Polecat has just caught a lovely fat worm. Date: circa 1860

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AUDUBON: WEASEL. New York weasel (Mustela frenata noveboracensis), a subspecies of the long-tailed weasel, in winter coat

AUDUBON: WEASEL. Bonapartes weasel (Mustela erminea cicognanii), a subspecies of the ermine or stoat, in summer coat. Lithograph, c1854

AUDUBON: WEASEL. Least weasel (Mustela nivalis). Lithograph, c1851, after a painting by John Woodhouse Audubon for John James Audubons Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America

AUDUBON: WEASEL. Bridled, or long-tailed, weasel (Mustela frenata) of the American southwest. Lithograph, c1851, after a painting by John James Audubon for his Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America

AUDUBON: ERMINE. Short-tailed weasel, also known as an ermine or stoat (Mustela erminea), in summer fur. Lithograph, c1851

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European Polecat (Mustela putorius putorius) Date:

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Mink - Male with trout side view (Mustela vison) Date:

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Mink - Male with trout side view (Mustela vison) Date:

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Stoat - carrying rabbit (Mustela erminea) Date:

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American Mink (Neovison vison) adult, standing on shoreline, Strait of Georgia, Gulf Islands, British Columbia, Canada, August

Stoat (Mustela erminea), member of the Weasel family. The stoat in the white winter coat with black tail tip, the source of the fur Ermine, of animals in the colder parts of its range (Asia)

Weasel (Putorius nivalis / Mustela vulgaris) the smallest European carnivore. Often
Weasel (Putorius nivalis/Mustela vulgaris) the smallest European carnivore. Often confused with its larger relative the Stoat (Mustela erminea)

Polecat (Mustela putorius), member of the Weasel family. Its reputation for the strong smell from anal gland secretions is hinted at in its Latin name

Side view of a brown Weasel (Mustela sp. ) perching on a tree stump, facing forward
Side view of a brown Weasel (Mustela sp.) perching on a tree stump, facing forward

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The Mustela genus encompasses a diverse group of small carnivorous mammals, including the Mustela nivalis or least weasel. In Sheffield, a curious weasel peeks out of its hole on the woodland floor, surrounded by delicate snowdrops. Meanwhile, an artwork depicting the Yellow-throated marten (C016 / 5897) showcases the beauty and allure of this elusive creature. Moving on to other members of the Mustela family, we encounter the formidable Honey badger (Mellivora capensis) and its close relative, the least ferret. These tenacious creatures are known for their fearless nature and impressive hunting skills. In Lucerne, Switzerland, a stoat dons its winter coat as it stands alert in a vast grassland. This sleek predator is perfectly adapted to blend into its surroundings during colder months. Similarly, in Mao Country's Jiudingshan Nature Reserve, a Siberian weasel confidently stands amidst pristine snowscapes. Creux du Van in Jura Suisse becomes home to another stoat that curiously observes its surroundings from a snowy hole. British Columbia offers us yet another glimpse into these fascinating animals as they navigate their way through white landscapes. The Mustela genus also includes various other species such as red pandas and bearcats - each possessing unique characteristics that make them stand out among their relatives. Lastly, Upper Bavaria presents us with an enchanting sight: a stoat standing upright in pure white snow wearing its stunning winter coat. It serves as a reminder of how these creatures have adapted to survive harsh European winters throughout history. From mustelids like weasels and ermines to polecats and martens - this captivating group never ceases to amaze with their resilience and adaptability across different habitats worldwide.