Black-footed Ferret 2

Black-footed Ferret 2

In North America black-footed ferrets have fed primarily on prairie dogs. However, with the reduction of prairie dogs the number of black-footed ferrets has decreased. Throughout history ferrets have been used to flush out rabbit burrows. The ferret is a fast and successful hunter with a very acute sense of smell. Ferrets are now commonly kept as pets. Domesticated ferrets can reach up to 5 feet in length. [BM] {FW}