Definition of "erminea"

The erminea has divided toes; and the point of the tail is red.

1773, Encyclopedia Britannica, Mustella

The peculiar sulphur-like yellow color is noticeable in all species of the erminea, also the pencil-like formation on tip of tail.

1906, Andersch Bros. Hunters and Trappers Guide

McNab (1971) thought that an area of very small erminea in the southwest of the species range was a result of the absence of the smaller nivalis.

1985, Paul J. Greenwood, Evolution: Essays in Honour of John Maynard Smith