A group of stoats is commonly referred to as a "sneak." These small, carnivorous mammals are known for their agility and cunning behavior. Stoats are typically solitary animals, but when they do gather, the term "sneak" aptly captures their stealthy nature.
Ermine are in the group Mustelidae, which is the group that includes weasels, ferrets, skunks, wolverines, badgers, etc... Ermines are commonly known as Stoats or Short-Tailed weasels.
Female stoats and weasels are referred to as a bitch, doe or Jill
Foxes and Wolves eat Stoats
Yes, stoats are nocturnal but you may see them during the day.
No. Stoats are under legal protection as wildlife in most USA states.
Stoats and other weasels are normally solitary, however family groups of females with young can be seen.
female stoats - bitches, does, or jillsmale stoats - dogs, bucks, jacks or hobs
The Shetland Islands are the most northerly group of Islands in the UK and YES we do have stoats here.
No
Stoats are not native to Australia, but they have also not yet become established in Australia. At some stage in Australia's history, stoats were introduced as a method for controlling rabbits, but they did not become established.
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No. Stoats are not for sale in the UK as pets. Stoats are wild animals and should be left in the wild.