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Marten. A marten is a weasel -like mammal in the genus Martes within the subfamily Guloninae, in the family Mustelidae. They have bushy tails and large paws with partially retractile claws. The fur varies from yellowish to dark brown, depending on the species; it is valued by animal trappers for the fur trade.
The American marten is a long, slender-bodied weasel about the size of a mink with relatively large, rounded ears, short limbs, and a bushy tail. American marten have a roughly triangular head and sharp nose. Their long, silky fur ranges in color from pale yellowish buff to tawny brown to almost black.
The beech marten is superficially similar to the pine marten, but has a somewhat longer tail, a more elongated and angular head and has shorter, more rounded and widely spaced ears. Its nose is also of a light peach or grey colour, whereas that of the pine marten is dark black or greyish-black. [12]
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May 26, 2008 · The American Marten is a rare North Woods animal that you'll probably never see, save for paw prints in the snow. This brown, bushy-tailed little critter, which looks something like a cross between a mink and a house-cat, was prized for its luxurious fur and darn near trapped to extinction in the United States during the 19th century. Today, despite habitat losses and related problems, the ...
An adult marten is about the size of a small house cat. Males average about 16 to 17 inches and weigh up to two and one-half pounds and females are a bit smaller. Legs are short, but the feet are large and furred. The hairy pads may help the marten grip when climbing. The marten is the only mustelid to routinely climb trees and can be found in ...
Martens are excellent climbers. If not visible on the ground, look for her in the upper reaches of her exhibit. She also enjoys taking shelter in her logs and box in her habitat. The American Marten is A North American weasel on display at ZooAmerica. In the winter, they tunnel under the snow, tracking prey including red squirrels, mice, and vols.
Male American martens measure 360 to 450 mm, with the tail adding 150 to 230 mm more. Weights of males range between 470 and 1,300 g. Females are slightly smaller and lighter, with head-body lengths between 320 and 400 mm, and tails measuring 135 to 200 mm. Females weigh betweeen 280 and 850 g. The fur is long and shiny.
