The Pacific Marten is a slender, agile mammal with a rich brown coat and a bushy tail. They are excellent climbers and are known for their playful nature.
Habitat
Inhabits coniferous and mixed forests.
Diet
Omnivorous, feeding on small mammals, birds, and fruits.
How common
Uncommon
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