- nounzoologymustelid (noun) · mustelids (plural noun)
- a mammal of the weasel family (Mustelidae), distinguished by having a long body, short legs, and musky scent glands under the tail.
Originearly 20th century: from modern Latin Mustelidae (plural), from Latin mustela ‘weasel’. WebApr 12, 2024 · mustelid, (family Mustelidae), any of about 62 species of ferrets, polecats, badgers, martens, otters, the wolverine, and other members of the weasel family. Historically, skunks were also included in …
Weasel | Mustelidae, Habitat & Adaptations | Britannica
WebApr 26, 2024 · weasel, any of various small carnivores with very elongated slender bodies. Most live in the Northern Hemisphere and belong to the …
WebPage last updated: 26/02/2024. Mustelidae (pronounced: muh·steh·luh·dai) is the largest family within the order Carnivora, and also one of the most successful—with distribution on all continents save for Antarctica and …
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WebOct 3, 2023 · What is the Mustelidae extension? Mustelidae is a malicious browser hijacker designed to inject advertisements and redirect searches without consent. Once installed, …
Types of Mustelids - Examples of Mustelid Species With Photos
WebFeb 18, 2024 · Among their best-known examples of mustelids are the weasel, ferret, mink, otter, wolverine and stoat. These mammals exhibit a wide variety of morphological and …
WebMay 11, 2023 · Scientifically speaking, it is the mustelids belonging to the genera Mustela and Neogale (a.k.a. subfamily: Mustelinae) that are considered true weasels, which includes polecats, stoats, minks, and the …
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WebDec 2, 2023 · The wolverine is the largest terrestrial member of the family Mustelidae. Its appearance is somewhat bear-like, although movement and associated behavior are distinctly characteristic of the weasel. The …
Ratel | Honey Badger, Africa & Carnivore | Britannica
WebApr 11, 2024 · Ratel, (Mellivora capensis), badgerlike member of the weasel family (Mustelidae) noted for its fondness for honey. Ratels live in covered and forested regions of Africa and southern Asia. The adult stands …
Form, function, and tissue proportions of the mustelid ... - Springer
WebJul 13, 2023 · Mustelids are an ecologically diverse group of mammals that span several dietary niches. Compared to other mammalian clades, however, less is known about how …
Mustela palerminea (Mustelidae, Carnivora) from the Early …
WebOct 13, 2023 · This extinct mustelid species was a typical representative of the Villafranchian faunas of Europe. It is the first record of M. palerminea in Russia. The …
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