Mustelidae This group of animals makes up one of the largest groups of carnivores, with Mustelids being found on all continents except Antarctica and Australia. The tail is usually long, the ears are small and rounded, and the eyes may be small.
Mustelids have five toes on their feet and their claws can be retracted by some species.
The claws are generally short. They have a very powerful jaw. Back is yellowish-brown to dark brown. Head and belly are paler, has a pale buff patch on the throat and chest. Legs, tail and ears are dark, head is small and feet are partly furred.