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Stoat, Ermine

Mustela erminea

Vulnerable

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Stoat, Ermine (Mustela erminea) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Indonesia), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇩 Indonesia 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (Carnivorans)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Mustela

Species

Mustela erminea (Stoat, Ermine)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Armiño

French hermine

German Hermelin, Grosse Wiesel

Similar Species in Mustela

Indonesian Mountain Weasel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stoat, Ermine?

The scientific name of Stoat, Ermine is Mustela erminea. It belongs to the genus Mustela.

What is the conservation status of Stoat, Ermine?

Stoat, Ermine (Mustela erminea) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Stoat, Ermine live?

Stoat, Ermine is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Indonesia), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Indonesia, New Zealand, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United States.

What family does Stoat, Ermine belong to?

Stoat, Ermine (Mustela erminea) belongs to the genus Mustela, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is Stoat, Ermine endangered?

Yes, Stoat, Ermine (Mustela erminea) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Stoat, Ermine belong to?

Stoat, Ermine (Mustela erminea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Stoat, Ermine?

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