American marten

Martes americana

Least Concern

About

The American marten (Martes americana) is a species in the genus Martes. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Carnivora (สัตว์กินเนื้อ)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Martes

Species

Martes americana (American marten)

Names in Other Languages

French martre d'Amérique

Similar Species in Martes

European pine marten

Martes martes

Critically Endangered

Sable; see Ognev (1935{#0445}) for a list of common names

yellow-throated marten

Martes flavigula

Least Concern

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vs European pine marten vs beech marten vs Sable; see Ognev (1935{#0445}) for a list of common names vs Nilgiri Marten

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American marten?

The scientific name of American marten is Martes americana. It belongs to the genus Martes.

What is the conservation status of American marten?

American marten (Martes americana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American marten live?

American marten is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does American marten belong to?

American marten (Martes americana) belongs to the genus Martes, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is American marten endangered?

No, American marten (Martes americana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American marten belong to?

American marten (Martes americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of American marten?

The closest relatives of American marten in the genus Martes include European pine marten, beech marten, Sable; see Ognev (1935{#0445}) for a list of common names, Nilgiri Marten, yellow-throated marten.