Wily but wonderful: Unmasking the African Striped Weasel
From their distinctive coat patterns to their unique body shapes, this photo gallery showcases the striking differences between the African striped weasel and the African polecat. Explore close-up wildlife photography that makes identifying these elusive African mammals easier.
Size matters – African striped weasels are small and slender at around 27–31 cm, while striped polecats are much larger, reaching 60–70 cm
The African striped weasel slinks low to the ground with a snake-like run, while the striped polecat strides on higher legs.
The African striped weasel has a sleek black face, while the striped polecat sports distinctive white facial markings, often in the form of three bold dots.
African striped weasels have short hair, while striped polecats boast longer, fluffier fur and walk on higher legs.
Note the distrinctive white facial markings, often in the form of three bold dots.
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