Ferrets – North Africa and Western Eurasia
Ferrets are small, carnivorous mammals that belong to the same family as weasels and otters. These creatures were originally domesticated in Europe over 2,500 years ago for the purpose of hunting rodents, rabbits, and other small prey animals. The ancient Romans also used ferrets for flushing rabbits out of their warrens for food.
Despite their long history as working animals, ferrets have also become popular pets due to their playful and social nature, and many were selectively bred for their friendly temperament. They may be small, but they sure have big personalities—it’s no wonder they’ve stolen the hearts of so many humans!
