Is a mink a problem?

Question

We spotted a mink living under our neighbor’s barn. Should we be concerned?

Naturalist's Response

Wow, you got a picture of a mink during the day! That doesn’t happen very often, since they are usually nocturnal. There is no need to be concerned about its presence. You have a unique opportunity to observe this creature, so enjoy! You might also click here for an article from Cleveland Metroparks that features the mink with some nice information on the species.

Thanks for inquiring! -Naturalist Linda Gilbert

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