Mammal
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Size
24â31 cm body (tail: 9â14 cm)About the length of a ruler
Weight
140â445 gAbout the weight of a large apple
Lifespan
1â2 years (often less)
Rarity
Common
M vs F
Males are significantly larger â up to twice the weight of females
Habitat
Woodland, moorland, farmland, hedgerows, stone walls
Best time
Year-round; easiest to spot in snow when the white winter coat contrasts with the landscape
Conservation
UK: Green
LC
💡 Did you know?
In cold winters, Stoats turn pure white â called 'ermine' â with only the black tail tip remaining, as a form of camouflage in snow
Stoats perform a hypnotic 'war dance' â leaping, twisting and somersaulting near prey â which seems to mesmerise rabbits and birds long enough for the stoat to close the distance and attack
Often confused with
Weasel (shorter
no black tail tip
does not turn white)
Polecat (larger
dark with pale face mask)
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