Yes, there is this possibility but it seems so full of itself and confident. We have had strays before, some of which have been escapees for a few months and they tend to be more timid around people, prefering to watch from inside boxes or under towels. This little thing races out of it's box to the front of the cage as soon as it hears you approach, and not for a cuddle

?territorial? So there is a chance it's feral

It came in on Monday very cold and weak with hunger so was easily handled. By Monday night it gained strength and it's true nature began to show

and it's getting quicker

I think it will end up euthanised as it's a problem to rehome the best natured ones brought in let alone one like this. It might make a good worker for an experienced person but where to find ferreters ??