The animals chosen as Olympic mascots are stoats — creatures that are at risk because of climate change. Learn more about the color-changing critters.

For fans of the Milan Cortina Olympic mascots, the eponymous Milo and Tina, it’s been nearly impossible to find a plush toy of the stoat siblings in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Stoats, or Mustela erminea, are a species of mustelid native to Eurasia and the northern parts of North America. This puts them in the weasel family, along with ferrets, otters, badgers and wolverines. Stoats are also known by many names—sometimes, they’re called ermines or short-tailed weasels.

The 2026 Olympics and Paralympics mascots are Milo and Tina, a pair of teenage, scarf-clad stoat siblings with big dreams. If you're wondering what a stoat is, you're in the right place.

"Tina and Milo are central symbols of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, embodying the Italian spirit that inspires them. Naturally curious they love sports and the outdoor life but they also want to have fun. They represent the contemporary, vibrant and dynamic Italian Spirit," the official background explains.

The Olympics are stuffed with heartwarming moments — and this adorable viral dumpling is the perfect example. Team Poland stepped up to the 2026 Winter Olympics with strong competitors in speed skating,

The 2026 Winter Olympics are captivating fans all around the world with their unique presentations, including the stuffed animals Tina and Milo.

For fans of the Milan Cortina Olympic mascots, the eponymous Milo and Tina, it’s been nearly impossible to find a plush toy of the stoat siblings in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo

If you have been tuning in to the Winter Olympic Games, chances are that you’ve noticed the official 2026 Milano Cortina mascots, Tina and Milo. But with respect to the stoats, Team Poland has adopted an unofficial, unexpected (but totally fitting) mascot of their own.