Hengduan Mountain Weasel

Mustela mopbie is a recently described species of weasel found in the Hengduan Mountains in Sichuan Province in southwestern China. Compared to other Asian weasels, it has an unusually slim profile, with a shorter body and tail, a lighter frame, and a narrower head. This allows it to enter tight crevices and burrows to catch insects and small rodents. It also has a distinct coloration and fur pattern.