Nilgiri Marten

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Carnivora (สัตว์กินเนื้อ)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Martes

Species

Martes gwatkinsii (Nilgiri Marten)

Names in Other Languages

French Martre de l'Inde du Sud

Similar Species in Martes

American marten

Martes americana

Least Concern

European pine marten

Martes martes

Critically Endangered

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beech marten

Martes foina

Least Concern

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

Martes zibellina

Least Concern

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yellow-throated marten

Martes flavigula

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nilgiri Marten?

The scientific name of Nilgiri Marten is Martes gwatkinsii. It belongs to the genus Martes.

What is the conservation status of Nilgiri Marten?

Nilgiri Marten (Martes gwatkinsii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Nilgiri Marten belong to?

Nilgiri Marten (Martes gwatkinsii) belongs to the genus Martes, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is Nilgiri Marten endangered?

Yes, Nilgiri Marten (Martes gwatkinsii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nilgiri Marten belong to?

Nilgiri Marten (Martes gwatkinsii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Nilgiri Marten?

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