Ermine or Short-tailed Weasel

I think that I photographed a Short-tailed Weasel, also known as the ermine, but I am not entirely sure. 

In the winter, ermine weasels typically have a white coat with a light brown or reddish-brown back. They are known for their ability to change their fur, where in colder months they develop a white winter coat to blend into their snowy surroundings. 

However, their back stays brownish, giving them that reddish-brown appearance.

Generally, life is good.

Curious Behavior

I have never met such an interesting Long-tailed weasel before. He emerged from his hiding place in the thick grass and looked at me curiously for a few seconds before returning to his hiding place.

I began to wait, to see if the weasel would decide to show himself again. My wait lasted about a few minutes, and the weasel reappeared and froze on its hind legs for a few seconds.  

But the most interesting moments were still ahead of me. The weasel continued to disappear into his hiding place and after a while appear in the light standing in his usual pose. It reminded me of a game of hide and seek.

And then the moment came when the weasel no longer came out of his hiding place. The game of hide and seek was over.

Generally, life is good.