The European Polecat, also known as the Fitch (5 letters) or FERRET (6 letters), is a species of mammal in the Mustelidae family. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia and is the only species in its genus. The European Polecat is a small, slender animal with a long body and short legs. It has a thick, dark coat and a white-tipped tail. It is an omnivore, feeding on small mammals, birds, insects, and plants. It is also an excellent hunter, using its keen sense of smell to locate prey. The European Polecat is a solitary animal, living in underground burrows and coming out at night to hunt.