Ferret (IMAGE)

Ecological Society of America

Ferret

Caption

New Zealand shorebirds evolved without having to worry about mammalian predators like this invasive ferret. Olfactory cues helps hide eggs and keep them safe from predation.

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Grant Norbury

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Credit Grant Norbury / Ecological Society of America

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