Panic mounts after 40,000 minks were illegally released from Ohio farm

About 40,000 minks were released from the Lion Farms US mink farm in northwest Ohio on Monday night

The suspects set free 25K to 40K minis by destroying the fences of a mink farm in Hoaglin Township near the Indiana border

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They warned local farmers and residents about the danger posed by the animals

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Minks are carnivorous mammals and eat everything from frogs, fish, and mice to rabbits

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Minks regularly hunt prey larger than themselves

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Mink is not a dangerous wild animal but keeping a close watch on poultry and livestock is advised

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Licensed trappers can assist residents in catching mink if needed

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The Office Lists Licensed trappers in the Post

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About 40,000 minks were released from the Lion Farms US mink farm in northwest Ohio on Monday night

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The suspects set free 25K to 40K minis by destroying the fences of a mink farm in Hoaglin Township near the Indiana border

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They warned local farmers and residents about the danger posed by the animals

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Minks are carnivorous mammals and eat everything from frogs, fish, and mice to rabbits

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Minks regularly hunt prey larger than themselves

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Mink is not a dangerous wild animal but keeping a close watch on poultry and livestock is advised

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Licensed trappers can assist residents in catching mink if needed

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The Office Lists Licensed trappers in the Post