Mink

A mink is a small, semi-aquatic carnivorous mammal in the family Mustelidae, which also includes weasels, ferrets, and otters. They are known for their valuable, dark brown fur and their sleek, elongated bodies.

Minks have a long, slender body with short legs and a thick, bushy tail. Their coat is typically a dark chocolate brown, but it can also be black or reddish. They have a small, triangular head with pointed ears and a white chin. Minks have partially webbed feet, which makes them excellent swimmers.

Minks are found near bodies of water, including rivers, lakes, streams, and marshes, across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. They are skilled hunters and their diet consists of a variety of prey, including fish, crayfish, frogs, birds, and small mammals like muskrats and rabbits.

Minks are solitary and highly territorial animals. They are most active at dusk and dawn. They are known for their aggression and fierce nature when threatened. Due to their dense, glossy fur, minks have been extensively farmed for the fur trade, leading to the establishment of both wild and escaped populations in some parts of the world.