Mustela Collection (#3)

Picture No. 10899896
Stoat (Mustela erminea) Date:

Picture No. 10899895
Stoat (Mustela erminea) Date:

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

Mink at experimental farm
Mink farming. Mink seen at a farm during experiments on domestication. These animals are a hybrid between the European mink (Mustela lutreola) and the European polecat (Mustela putorius)

Least weasel, 19th century C013 / 6415
Least weasel (Mustela nivalis). This artwork is Plate 205 from Collection of Watercolour Drawings of British Vertebrates, published between 1830 and 1841 by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Mustela putorius, European polecat
Plate 32 from the Collection of Watercolour Drawings of British Vertebrates, 1830-1841, by William MacGillivray (1796-1851)

Mustela
Ff. 7. Mustela Galerva. Drawing by George Forster (1754-1794), made during Captain Cooks second voyage of discovery, 1772-1775

MUSTELIDAE FAMILY, 1841. Various members of the Mustelidae family. a) Polecat; b) Stoat; c) Beech Marten; d) Ferret; e) Weasel. Wood engraving, English, 1841

Stroat feeding on dead rabbit which it has killed

Fur / Sable
This is the Japanese Sable : also known as zibeline, (mustela zibelina) it is found and hunted in Canada and Russia

Bewick / Weasel - 2
(mustela nivalis) - The weasel eats pretty well anything it can catch : this one has been clever enough to catch a bird

Bewick / Weasel
(mustela nivalis - Buffon called it La belette) A widespread but narrow-headed (for ease when burrowing) mustelid very like the stoat

Otter (Bewick)
mustela lutra : le loutre, according to Buffon. Loved by some, hunted by others, the otter lives a marginal existence in and out of water

Wolverine / Glutton
Also known to Americans as a CARCAJOU. Mustela gudo. Buffon calls it a glutton

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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.