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Defenders of Wildlife

Defenders of Wildlife: Black Footed Ferret

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive wildlife site provides extensive data on the Black-Footed Ferret. Discover more about its' diet, population, range, behavior and more. Be sure to click on the video icon to watch a short clip on this amazing animal!
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Black Footed Bandits, Stealing Home

For Students 9th - 10th
This article covers the antics and little-known facts related to the bandits (prairie dogs and ferrets). The article covers information on the history of the prairie dogs and ferrets as well as information on specific characteristics.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Life Behind the Mask

For Students 9th - 10th
Alex Hawes in "Black-Footed Ferrets: Life Behind the Mask" explores related topics and factual information on the black-footed ferret. Hawes also includes information on the ferret's population status.