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7 Fun Facts

Weasels

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Weasels are carnivores and they eat mostly mice and voles.

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Weasels are small mammals with long bodies and necks, short legs and small heads.

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Some species of weasel live up to 10 years, though many live three to five years.

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Weasels kill their prey by biting the back of its neck.

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Weasels often prey on animals larger than themselves.

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Long-tailed weasels may be active in the daytime but are more active during the night.

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Adult weasels are only about 7 inches long and weigh between 4 and 7 ounces.