Alpine weasel . (Mustela altaica) It is one of the species in the mustelidae family. This family is called Mustelidae, and it is in it where badgers, weasels, martens and otters are associated. The Mustelidae family is one of the families that make up the order Carnivora. Which means that the Alpine Weasel is a carnivorous animal, but this is only with respect to its kinship to other animals, not necessarily its feeding habits.
Summary
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- 1 Distribution
- 2 Habitat
- 3 Habits
- 4 Playback
- 5 Food
- 6 Subspecies
- 7 Sources
Distribution
It is a native of Asia . Its distribution ranges from Kazakhstan to Liberia . Possibly also in Korea .
Habitat
Demonstrates a preference for mountain pastures between rocky slopes. It lives at elevations of 1,500 to 5,200 meters high. It can also be found in the taiga, mountainous steppes and in rocky areas. It is possible that this species can survive in a wider variety of habitats (for example sand dunes or among reeds) and is known to live near human settlements, in rock crevices, among tree roots, or in rodent burrows.
Habits
It is most active during twilight hours and at night.
Reproduction
The gestation period is 38 to 40 days, it has no delayed implantation. The usual litter consists of two to eight cubs, up to thirteen cubs are documented in one birth.
Feeding
Small rodents, pikas , minor birds , reptiles, and insects are included .
Subspecies
The following subspecies are recognized. We mention the scientific name of each subspecies:
- Mustela altaica altaica
- Mustela altaica birulai
- Mustela altaica raddei
- Mustela altaica temon
- Mustela altaica tsaidamensis
