2,875 observationsLeast Concern
American Marten
Martes americana
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Mammalia βΊOrder: Carnivora βΊFamily: Mustelidae βΊGenus: Martes
About
The American marten or American pine marten (Martes americana) is a North American member of the family Mustelidae, sometimes referred to as the pine marten. The name "pine marten" is derived from the common but distinct Eurasian species of Martes. It differs from the fisher (Martes pennanti) in that it is smaller in size and lighter in colour.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of American Marten is Martes americana.
- American Marten belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- American Marten belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- American Marten belongs to the class Mammalia.
- American Marten belongs to the order Carnivora.
- American Marten belongs to the family Mustelidae.
- American Marten belongs to the genus Martes.