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Siberian weasel

Mustela sibirica

Siberian weasel (Mustela sibirica)Common

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Mammalcarnivore

The Siberian weasel is a sleek, medium-sized predator found across Asia's forests and open landscapes. Its adaptable nature lets it thrive in varied environments, from dense woodlands to scrubby clearings. This resourceful hunter is doing well enough that conservationists aren't currently worried about its survival.

  • Ranges widely across Asia's forests and open areas.
  • Classified as Least Concern due to stable populations.
  • Belongs to the same family as ferrets and otters.
ForestGrasslandAsia
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Mustela sibirica
Habitat
Forest, Grassland
Regions in this directory
Asia
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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