You may know that mongooses hunt and eat a variety of prey, but they seem rather small and harmless themselves. Surely, you think, there must be times when they are on the opposite side of the hunt. So you’re wondering, what animals eat mongooses? Read on to find out more! What Animals Hunt Mongooses? Mongooses … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a mongoose, you probably thought it was a cute little creature similar in appearance to a cat, fat ferret, or weasel. But did you know that mongooses are powerful predators and fearless hunters for their size? Did you know that they have an uncanny ability to hunt, kill, and eat poisonous … Read more
Did you know that wolves and coyotes are very similar in appearance? Perhaps you saw one in your yard recently and you’re wondering which one it was. So, what is the difference between a wolf and a coyote? How can you tell them apart? Keep reading to find out more! What are the Main Differences … Read more
Have you ever wondered what would happen if predators took on other predators? Specifically, maybe you’d like to know how a pitbull would do in a fight against a wolf. Both animals are aggressive, powerful, and strong. So, wolf vs. pitbull: who would win? How would wolves do against other wild predators, such as lions … Read more
Wolves often prey on speedy ungulates such as deer, elk, and moose. This means they have to be fast to be able to keep up with and attack their prey. But just how fast, exactly? How fast can a wolf run, and how long can they maintain these top speeds? Keep reading! In this article, … Read more
If you’re planning a hike in the mountains of the western U.S., you may be concerned about encountering wolves. Read on to learn how to survive a wolf attack, as well as to better understand why and how wolves attack in the first place. How Do Wolves Attack? When wolves are hunting, they usually do … Read more
Wolves are known for being fearsome hunters who stalk their prey, often hunting in packs that swarm and overwhelm much larger prey animals. But what types of prey do these fierce predators prefer to hunt? What does a wolf eat? Do they only eat meat, or do they eat some plant foods as well? Keep … Read more
Ermines are one of the smallest types of weasels and are known for their cute, slight size, and pure white winter coats. But what they lack in ferocious looks, they make up for with their at times vicious behavior. Invasive ermines are an issue in several states, particularly for poultry farmers and some homeowners when … Read more
The Mustela genus contains a wide variety of small creatures that sometimes look similar. Naturally, this can lead to some confusion over species identification. When coupled with the fact that two English-speaking nations refer to creatures in the genus differently, it’s no wonder that not everyone knows the difference between an ermine and a weasel. … Read more
Ermines, or Mustela erminea, are a type of weasel that belongs to the mustelid family. They are commonly known as stoats or short-tailed weasels. Ermines are one of the smallest predators in the world (second only to their cousin, the least weasel) and are successful hunters in many parts of the globe. In this article, … Read more
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