Pine martens are elusive animals, found primarily in the north of Britain. Mostly chestnut-brown in colour, pine martens have a characteristic pale yellow ‘bib’ on their chin and throat, and a long …

The European pine marten (Martes martes), also known as the pine marten, is a mustelid native to and widespread in most of Europe, Asia Minor, the Caucasus and parts of Iran, Iraq and Syria.

2023年2月23日 · In this article, we'll take a close look at pine martens in Scotland including their physical characteristics, behaviour, and habitats. We'll also delve into the challenges they face and the efforts being made to protect and conserve these fascinating animals.

The elusive pine marten is making a comeback in Scotland. Learn more about these beautiful animals, what they eat, where they live and why they were hunted.

The pine marten (Martes martes) is a cat-sized member of the weasel family. Dark brown fur covers its long body (65 to 70cm) except for a large, creamy-white patch at the throat. Pine martens prefer native woodlands but can also live in conifer plantations and on rocky hillsides.

Shy, curious and playful. The pine marten is a stealthy, acrobatic hunter that relies on the cover of woods and trees for its foraging missions. It’s critically endangered in England and Wales as much of its woodland habitat has been lost.

2018年6月14日 · Found throughout Europe, in the UK they are mostly restricted to northern and central Scotland, with some populations in southern Scotland and low numbers in northern England and Wales. Pine martens live alone, only coming together to breed in summer.

Of eight species worldwide, the Pine Marten is found throughout Europe, but in the UK they are mostly restricted to northern and central Scotland, with some populations in southern Scotland and low numbers in northern England and Wales.

2015年8月13日 · Pine Martens live in woody areas of native Scots pines and other mixed forests, they have also been known to live in Rocky hillside areas. They are very defensive of the areas they live, and leave droppings on rocks and other prominent objects where they can be easily seen by intruders.

In Scotland, most pine martens are found in the Scottish Highlands and Grampians, with isolated populations in southern Scotland. They can also be found in pockets of northern England and northern Wales, as well as the New Forest.