Articles written by members of our team.
• Are Fishers Regular Predators of Cats?
Examining the widespread notion that fishers are regular predators of domestic cats through dietary studies. This piece also addresses species predation and vocalisations mistakenly attributed to fishers.
• Commonly Misidentified and Misclassified Species
A compilation of mustelids and look-alike species that are frequently misidentified or misclassified, along with tips on how to reduce the chances of misidentifying these animals.
• Surplus Killing: The Myth of Mustelid “Bloodthirst”
One of the most unsubstantial beliefs about mustelids is that they kill for “fun” due to killing more prey than they can possibly eat in a single sitting, a phenomenon known as surplus killing. However, there is more to the truth behind this behaviour than the idea of malice or even hunger.
• Weasel Stereotypes in Media
Discover the historical representation of weasels in various media, the reasons they are often cast as villains, and the origins of their stereotypical dog-like characteristics in art and animation.