However, starting in the mid 1900s, mink ranches were established to help bring a more consistent pelt supply to the market. The main threat towards mink survival is the continued existence of the fur market. Quotas on catch size have also been set in many places. Both of these tactics allow the limited removal of mink in order that population densities will remain constant. Another threat includes the destruction of mink habitat.
Mink depend heavily on aquatic areas.
These chemicals accumulate within the mink's tissues and can cause problems in reproduction or even threaten the animal's life. Other Comments Mink have few natural enemies. They are occasionally killed by coyotes, bobcats and other carnivores, but their main threat remains humans. References July 22, 1999. Chapman, Joseph A. and George A. Feldhamer.