It is a member of the mustelid family, and is the only living member of the genus Pekania. It is sometimes referred to as a fisher cat, although it is not a cat. [3] The fisher is similar to, but …

Nov 4, 2020 · If the fisher cat isn't the most inaccurately named animal in North America, it's certainly up there. This weasel relative is not a cat, and it doesn't care much for fishing.

Aug 22, 2025 · Unpack the mystery of the fisher cat, North America’s elusive mustelid. Understand its true identity and ecological role.

HowStuffWorks looks at the world of the mysterious fisher cat, which actually isn't a cat at all but rather a tough member of the weasel family.

Jun 26, 2025 · Fishers are neither anglers nor cats, but are powerful, agile hunters with a crucial role in their ecosystems. Fisher sightings in Ontario are on the rise, likely due to a combination …

Apr 3, 2024 · Looking something like a miniature wolverine, fishers are carnivorous mammals of the Mustelidae or weasel family – along with marten, wolverine and mink – and are found only …

Sep 21, 2024 · Ever wondered about the elusive fisher cat? Despite its name, this creature isn't a cat and rarely fishes! Found in North American forests, fisher cats are actually members of the …

Nov 15, 2025 · Fishers are largely solitary mammals that associate with one another only during the mating season. They are active year-round. Both males and females establish large, …

Jan 10, 2023 · Found in the forests of Canada and the northern United States, the fisher cat is a unique sight to behold. A member of the weasel family, this creature is known for being elusive …

The fisher (Martes pennati), also known as the fishercat, pekan (French), otchock (Cree), otshilik (Ojibwan), and historically as the wejack (early European settlers), is a member of the weasel …