Ferret Quiz (Updated)

A ferret is a small, furry creature with a cone-shaped nose, long tail and a long, pear-shaped body with short legs and long claws.

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Answer explanation

The ferret is a domestic species of small mustelid. The only domesticated species in Mustelidae, it is thought to be a descendant of the European polecat, a mammal belonging to the same genus as the weasel, Mustela. Their fur is typically brown, black, white, or mixed

The name, ferret is derived from the Latin furittus, meaning "furry little thief."

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Answer explanation

The name, ferret is derived from the Latin furittus, meaning "furry little thief." Sable ferrets are a perfect example of this, because they have little masks around their eyes which make them look like thieves!

What is another name for Ferret?

• Long Rat

• Black-Footed ferret

• Rare Weasel-Like animal

What is the most common ferret color to find?

• Cinnamon

• White

• Albino

• Black

Are ferrets playful/funny?

• Yes

• No

How many ferret species are there?

• 12

• 20

• 9

• 16

Answer explanation

There are not different breeds of ferrets. With this being said, there are over 20 different types of ferrets. The different types are based on the coat type, size of the ferret, and color or pattern of the ferret. With all types of ferrets, they usually all have similar habits.

What is the life-span of a ferret?

• 8-10 years

• 6 years

• 9-11 years

• 4-5 years

Answer explanation

Most ferrets live for about six to eight years, though some pet ferrets can live up to 12 years. Female ferrets usually grow to 13 to 14 inches long and weigh anywhere from three-quarters of a pound to two and a half pounds. Male ferrets are often slightly larger.

Where can you own a ferret?

• Petco

• Pet Smart / Pets Mart?

• Pet Stores

• All above

When did ferrets where discovered?

• 600 Years ago

• 2,500 Years ago

• 1,000 Years ago

• 20,000 Years ago

Answer explanation

The ancient Greeks probably domesticated ferrets about 2,500 years ago to hunt vermin, according to the Woodland Park Zoo. The practice then spread across Europe. Sailors kept ferrets on ships to control rats. It is likely that that is how ferrets came to North America in the 1700s

Why ferrets where banned in Carlifornia

• Pre-publication of Notice to prohibit the importation and possession of neutered male animals not otherwise admissible.

• People were getting bitten by ferrets around California

• Ferrets killed people in California

Answer explanation

All species are restricted from possession as pets in California primarily because they can become pests where introduced into the wild where they don't naturally occur. There are also many unknown questions related to natural predators and potential diseases when any non-native animal is introduced into the wild.