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A stoat in Ekkeroy, Norway.Related content
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Aww I think that's a long tailed weasel >w<
Did it have a black tipped tail?
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Yes, it had a black tipped tail. It was definitely a stoat since long tailed weasels don't exist in Europe
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I can assure you that this is a stoat and no long-tail. Long-tails are only found in America, and the description clearly says the shot was taken in Norway. Like long-tails, Norwegian stoats also have light ''gloves''/paws. like the one in this shot. I can see why you were confused, though; the underside is yellowish, but long-tails have a deeper yellowish tone to their underside. Long-tails often have somewhat bulkier faces, larger ears and longer bodies than stoats.
Glad you like long-tails so much, though!
Thanks to the photographer- shots like this provide great reference, both when it comes to the animal itself and habitats.
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Oh wow!
Thank you for these tips ^w^
I really love weasel's and I'm studying them all I can,
Also I'm bad at geography XD
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No problem! Thanks for the interest.
I know zoology, but I suck at geography in general, unless it has to do with the things I love. XD
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Is your favorite animal in the mustelidae family?
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Do you mean which species is my favourite? When it comes to physical design, I'd say the European pine marten, close followed by the otters. But when it comes to behaviour, I prefer all of the weasels (genus mustela and co.). But seriously, all mustelids speak volumes (I mean, they are fantastic as a whole). It's the largest family within Carnivora, and it surprises me how specialized, yet diverse and adaptable they can be.
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