Ermine is a species of weasel that has a white winter coat. It is also known as the stoat or short-tailed weasel, and is native to Eurasia and North America. The ERMINE's white coat helps it blend in with its snowy surroundings, providing camouflage from predators. In the winter, the ERMINE's coat turns white, while in the summer, its coat is brown. ERMINE are small mammals, typically measuring between 8 and 12 inches in length. They are carnivorous, feeding on small rodents, birds, and insects.