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Close encounter with a Mink
I was so thrilled to see this Mink in a local park yesterday. I had seen about three before, but not much more than a brief, distant speck in the far distance in other parts of the park. So, this is the first photo I have taken of one. Unfortunately, yet again it was crummy weather, no light and very light rain. Almost every photo came out badly, but I managed to "rescue" this one. Thanks so much for the help, Kathy! This is the way to see a Mink - not skinned and used as part of a woman's fur coat!
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_mink
"Mink are ferocious predators that are about the size of a housecat and chocolate-brown in color. Their long, thin bodies, short legs, small eyes and ears, and sleek fur make them just the right size to fit in many holes, crevices and burrows to pursue prey. They may eat ground squirrels, rats, snakes and even birds. Mink are also semi-aquatic and their webbed feet allow them to capture frogs, clams and even fish .... They are generally shy creatures but can be very bold if their curiosity is piqued. Those who are fortunate to observe a mink’s behavior should use caution. The animals have scent glands under the skin and when they get excited or stressed, musk is released. The obnoxious odor can be just as repulsive as a skunk’s." A different website, for Alberta, states that Mink eat ducks, fish, Muskrat and other small birds and rodents.
www.wildlifedepartment.com/wildlifemgmt/species/mink.htm
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_mink
"Mink are ferocious predators that are about the size of a housecat and chocolate-brown in color. Their long, thin bodies, short legs, small eyes and ears, and sleek fur make them just the right size to fit in many holes, crevices and burrows to pursue prey. They may eat ground squirrels, rats, snakes and even birds. Mink are also semi-aquatic and their webbed feet allow them to capture frogs, clams and even fish .... They are generally shy creatures but can be very bold if their curiosity is piqued. Those who are fortunate to observe a mink’s behavior should use caution. The animals have scent glands under the skin and when they get excited or stressed, musk is released. The obnoxious odor can be just as repulsive as a skunk’s." A different website, for Alberta, states that Mink eat ducks, fish, Muskrat and other small birds and rodents.
www.wildlifedepartment.com/wildlifemgmt/species/mink.htm
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