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What do Black Footed Ferrets Eat?

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Black-footed ferrets are carnivores that are active during the nights and they primarily hunt and eat prairie dogs. In addition, the ferrets eat mice, squirrels and other rodents which are often nocturnal creatures. For more information see here: http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/black-footed-ferret.html
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Black-Footed Ferrets primarily hunt prairie dogs, though they eat other small rodents as well.
The Black-footed Ferret often lives in prairie dog towns, surrounded by its favorite source of food. It sometimes sits erect, looking for a burrow to raid. A prairie dog that catches sight of it will dart quickly underground... More »
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