American mink

Mustela vison

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About

The American mink (Mustela vison) is a species in the genus Mustela. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland en.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Mongolia), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Mustela

Species

Mustela vison (American mink)

Names in Other Languages

French Vison d'amérique

German Amerikanische Nerz, Amerikanische Mink

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American mink?

The scientific name of American mink is Mustela vison. It belongs to the genus Mustela.

Where does American mink live?

American mink is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Mongolia), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Mongolia, Netherlands, Norway.

What family does American mink belong to?

American mink (Mustela vison) belongs to the genus Mustela, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

What kingdom does American mink belong to?

American mink (Mustela vison) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of American mink?

The closest relatives of American mink in the genus Mustela include Amazon weasel, black-footed ferret, least weasel, Colombian Weasel, European polecat.