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Ferret
origin
Domesticated in Europe from the European polecat
sex
Male: Hob / Female: Jill
weight
Females approx. 0.3-1.1 kg; males approx. 0.9-2.7 kg
height
Height / length Body approx. 33-41 cm, plus a tail of around 8-10 cm
Lifespan
6-10 years in human care
animal population
Domestic species - no wild conservation status. Pet population varies by country.Did you know?
- A group of ferrets can be called a business.
- Their long, flexible bodies help them squeeze through narrow spaces.
- Ferrets are carnivores and need a meat-based diet.
- Baby ferrets are called kits.
- Ferrets can sleep for many hours a day, but are very playful when awake.
Where to next?
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Goats
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Rabbits