What is fisher cat?

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The fisher (Pekania pennanti), despite its name, is not a cat. It is a medium-sized mammal belonging to the weasel family (Mustelidae). Fishers are native to North America, primarily found in the northern U.S. and Canada.

• Habitat: They prefer dense, coniferous or mixed forests with plenty of cover and available prey. You can read more about their habitat here.

• Appearance: Fishers have a long, slender body with short legs and a bushy tail. Their fur is typically dark brown to black, sometimes with grizzled gray on the head and shoulders. Males are significantly larger than females. Learn more about fisher%20cat%20appearance at this link.

• Diet: Fishers are opportunistic predators with a varied diet. While they will eat fish on occasion, their primary food source is small to medium-sized mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and rodents. They are also one of the few predators capable of successfully hunting porcupines. To find out more, click this link: fisher%20cat%20diet.

• Behavior: Fishers are typically solitary animals, except during the breeding season. They are excellent climbers and spend much of their time in trees. Although they are generally nocturnal, they may be active during the day as well. Here's a link about fisher%20cat%20behavior.

• Conservation Status: Fisher populations declined significantly in the past due to trapping and habitat loss. However, through reintroduction programs and habitat management, their numbers have rebounded in many areas. Information about their conservation%20status is available here.