CapeNature warns against ferret ownership after concerns about a growing environmental threat. (Belinda Speed)
With their long, slender bodies and fluffy faces, ferrets are becoming increasingly popular as “pets” in South Africa.
They are relatively new to the country and “people who are adventurous in choosing a furry friend” have shown an interest in ferrets, according to CapeNature, which is the chief custodian of the Western Cape’s natural environment.
But there are…