![]() ![]() They are bold hunters of many species – chickens are one of those meals. Fur color can vary from one locale to another. They have a very dense dark brown fur lighter around the head and neck areas. We will then explain the best ways to prevent attacks.Ī fisher cat ( Martes pennanti) is a member of the weasel family – along with minks, otters, and pine martens.ĭespite the name ‘fisher cat,’ it is not related to ‘Fluffy’ or ‘Tom’ – nor does it eat fish! They are generally solitary animals except during mating season.Ī Fisher cat can grow to around 2½ feet long and weigh between 4½ – 12lb, so it’s not a huge animal, more like a house cat size. This article discusses the fisher cat and how it usually attacks backyard chickens. ![]() ![]() Known by the Indian names of uskool, pekane, or wejack, depending on the locale of the tribe, the fisher cat was revered as a good, brave, and usually as a hero. The native Indian people admired the bravery and ability of this solitary hunter in their native tales and imagery. While some of this is true, we will look at this solitary creature and then assess how you can best protect your chickens from predation.
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