Are ferrets related to weasel and minks?

Yes, ferrets are closely related to weasels and minks. They all belong to the same family, Mustelidae, which also includes badgers, otters, wolverines, and martens.

Here's how they are related:

* Ferrets belong to the genus *Mustela*, along with weasels.

* Minks are also in the genus *Mustela*, but a different species than ferrets and weasels.

* All three are mustelids, sharing common features like their elongated bodies, short legs, and sharp claws.

So, you can say that ferrets, weasels, and minks are all "cousins" within the Mustelidae family.