Marta

Martes martes

Critically Endangered

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La marta europea (Martes martes) está clasificada como En Peligro Crítico (CR) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Enfrenta un riesgo extremadamente alto de extinción en estado silvestre debido al severo declive poblacional y la pérdida de hábitat.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Martes

Species

Martes martes (Marta)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Marta

French martre, martre des pins

German Baummarder, Edelmarder

Similar Species in Martes

yellow-throated marten

Martes flavigula

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marta?

The scientific name of Marta is Martes martes. It belongs to the genus Martes.

What is the conservation status of Marta?

Marta (Martes martes) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Marta live?

Marta is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden.

What family does Marta belong to?

Marta (Martes martes) belongs to the genus Martes, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is Marta endangered?

Yes, Marta (Martes martes) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Marta belong to?

Marta (Martes martes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Marta?

The closest relatives of Marta in the genus Martes include Garduña, Marta Cibelina, American marten, Nilgiri Marten, yellow-throated marten.