Long-Tailed Weasel Mustela frenata - UWSP

The main source of mortality for long-tailed weasels is predators. Red fox, gray fox, coyotes, owls, and hawks account for most of the predation. The black-tipped tail is thought to confuse predators (especially raptors) and causes them to attack the tail, allowing the weasel to get away. ................
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