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Ferret
IntermediateMustela furo
Curious and playful pet with an elongated body. Can play and bond with owners like cats and dogs. Has a distinctive musky scent.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
6-10 years
Size
35-50cm / 0.7-2.0kg
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Ferret-specific food (high protein, high fat)
About
The domestic ferret (Mustela putorius furo) is a carnivorous mammal of the family Mustelidae, descended from the European polecat and domesticated over 2,500 years ago for hunting rabbits and rodents. Adults measure 35–50 cm and weigh 600–2,000 g, with males significantly larger than females. Ferrets are highly intelligent, playful, and social animals with a dog-like enthusiasm for interaction. They require a minimum of 4–6 hours of supervised free-roaming time outside their cage daily, in a ferret-proofed space, as they are adept at squeezing into and chewing on virtually anything. Being obligate carnivores, they require a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet; ferret-specific kibble or raw meat-based diets are appropriate, while grain-heavy foods should be avoided. Optimal temperature is 15–25 °C; ferrets are highly susceptible to heat stress. Common health concerns include adrenal gland disease, insulinoma, inflammatory bowel disease, and distemper. Lifespan is 6–10 years.
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Basic Info
Origin
Europe (domesticated from the European polecat)
Lifespan
6-10 years
Size
35-50cm / 0.7-2.0kg
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Ferret-specific food (high protein, high fat)
Care Guide
Care Specifications
Pair
Morphs (Varieties)
フェレット Mustela furo のカラー。AFA(American Ferret Association)公認の基本8色。各色の単純メンデル遺伝は確立的でないため inheritance は省略。
Other
SableAlbinoDark-Eyed WhiteBlackBlack SableChampagneCinnamonChocolate
Sources: American Ferret Association color standards
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Mustela furo Linnaeus, 1758
Synonyms: Mustela putorius furo
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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