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Sunday, August 22, 2010

The Mink


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This little mink is usually found in the Southern part of the State. They are a member of the weasel family. They have an elongated body and smaller limbs. They weigh in between 1 1/2 to 3 pounds. These  little critters have been trapped for their fur. 


The semi-aquatic pet loves eating bugs, frogs, and some fish. They are captured by owls, coyotes, and other creatures in the area who prey on small animals.  They are known to be solitary critters, but when springtime comes, Barry White is singing and males take full advantage of it.


The American Mink is farmed and killed for their pelts which are gorgeous. Many people protest the little animal being sacrificed for their fur to the extremely rich.


This is a mink farm in wisconsin. The domesticated minks are slaughtered here for garb. The plant breeds the little weasel critter and butchers them for mink coats.


If there were a major crime against humanity, this would be one.  An animal dying for their pelt to wear.









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