European Stoat.
Wild / non captive animal.
Species: Mustela erminea.
Stoats feed mainly on small mammals, especially rabbits and water voles where these are abundant. Small rodents are also taken, supplemented by birds, eggs, fruit and even earthworms when food is scarce. Using it's excellent sense of smell, in this particular instance, the stoat found a Rabbit carcase intended to feed the local Buzzards.
Many thanks to people who view or comment on my photos.
European Stoat.
Wild / non captive animal.
Species: Mustela erminea.
Stoats feed mainly on small mammals, especially rabbits and water voles where these are abundant. Small rodents are also taken, supplemented by birds, eggs, fruit and even earthworms when food is scarce. Using it's excellent sense of smell, in this particular instance, the stoat found a Rabbit carcase intended to feed the local Buzzards.
Many thanks to people who view or comment on my photos.