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European Pine Marten
(Martes martes)
- Size: 1.5-2 ft. long // 1-3 lbs.
- Diet: Omnivores, mostly small rodents, but will also eat birds, eggs, insects and berries
- Seasonal Habits: Active year round, give birth in March and April
- Temperament: Aggressive and can kill larger animals
They are a long, slender bodied weasel with a bushy tail that lives in the forests. They can range from a yellowish color to almost black with a lighter colored throat bib.