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ferretDomesticated variety of the Old World polecat. About 35 cm/1.2 ft long, it usually has yellowish-white fur and pink eyes, but may be the dark brown colour of a wild polecat. Ferrets may breed with wild polecats. They have been used since ancient times to hunt rabbits and rats. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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When I grew up, all the ferreters in Northampton made their own nets. Ironically, the very existence of immigration delays and artificial obstacles created by the ferreters of perceived fraud and the risk-averse adjudicators produces the results they fear. terrier and gundog enthusiasts, gamekeepers, fishermen, falconers and ferreters, showing the tools and animals of their trades. |
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