Ferret Quiz: What Do You Know?

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the ferret?

• Mustela putorius feralis
• Mustela putorius furo
• Mustela putorius vulpinus
• Mustela putorius erminea

What is the average lifespan of a ferret?

• 2-3 years
• 10-12 years
• 4-6 years
• 5-10 years

Where do ferrets live in the wild?

• Africa
• Australia
• Europe
• North America

What is the average weight of an adult male ferret?

• 4-5 lbs
• 2-3 lbs
• 1-2 lbs
• 3-4 lbs

What is the average weight of an adult female ferret?

• 3-4 lbs
• 1-2 lbs
• 4-5 lbs
• 2-3 lbs

What color is the fur on a ferret's tail?

• Gray
• White
• Black
• Brown

What type of environment can a wild ferret live in?

• Desert
• Forest
• Domestic
• Grassland

What is the average length of a ferret?

• 8-10 inches
• 6-8 inches
• 12-14 inches
• 10-12 inches

What type of diet does a ferret have?

• Herbivorous
• Insectivorous
• Omnivorous
• Carnivorous

What type of fur do ferrets have?

• Coarse
• Soft
• Thick
• Smooth

What type of sound does a ferret make?

• Mew
• Bark
• Growl
• Hiss

Which of the following is a common disease found in ferrets?

• Distemper
• Heart disease
• Feline Leukemia
• Parvo

How often should a ferret be vaccinated?

• Every 24 months
• Every 12 months
• Every 18 months
• Every 6 months

How many teeth does a ferret have?

• 26
• 34
• 44
• 32

What type of eyes does a ferret have?

• Triangular
• Round
• Almond-shaped
• Oval