pine marten

noun

1. a marten, Martes martes, of Europe and western Asia.
2. Also called American marten. a marten, Martes americana, inhabiting forests of the U.S. and Canada.

pine marten

noun

1. a marten, Martes martes, of N European and Asian coniferous woods, having dark brown fur with a creamy-yellow patch on the throat See also sweet marten

Word History and Origins

Origin of pine marten¹

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

A team from France has found antibodies to the virus in badgers and their cousins, pine martens.

From Science Magazine

Pine marten researchers Johnny Birks and John Martin are trying to establish if pine martens can thrive in productive timber forests.

From BBC

It is hoped the consistently wet climate in north Devon will allow for a unique variety of plants and animals to thrive, including rare ferns and pine martens.

From BBC

The group also attach cameras to trees near the den boxes to hopefully capture footage of pine martens.

From BBC

While populations are already recovering in some parts of Scotland, the new project will help pine martens spread further in key recovery areas including Northumberland, Cumbria and England's border with Wales.

From BBC