black-footed ferret feeding: a focused predator in the prairie

blackfooted ferret feeding behavior predator prairie rodent small mammal wildlife nature animal hunting carnivore natural habitat prey ecosystem endangered species wild grassland survival focused sharp teeth instinct paws meal black markings haunches blurred background predatorprey interaction setting grasslands diet scene ecological balance food chain black-footed work capture ambiguity sits upright slender body coated sleek cream fur distinct face tail tip clutches front poised grip eyes intensely visible prepares consume vast stretches