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Martens are long slender weasels with large ears, short limbs and bushy tails. American martens differ from European martens because they have a triangular head and a sharp nose. American martens also have a characteristic throat and chest coloring which ranges from pale yellow to bright orange.

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What are abiotic and biotic factors that limit the American pine marten population?

Abiotic factors such as habitat loss, climate change, and pollution can limit the American pine marten population by reducing suitable habitat and affecting their food sources. Biotic factors like predation, competition for resources with other species, and disease outbreaks can also influence the population dynamics of American pine martens.


Is a pine marten a carnivore a herbivore or an omnivore?

its a omnivore


Is it possible for a pine marten to breed with a fox and produce viable offspring?

It is possible for any species to breed to any other species. whether or not conception happens is a whole other question. so yes a pine marten can breed with a fox, no offspring will be produced. just like a human could breed with a lowland gorilla, no offspring will be produced.


Were there pine trees in the Jurassic period?

Yes, pine trees did exist during the Jurassic period, which lasted from around 201 to 145 million years ago. While the exact species of pine trees that existed during that time may differ from those we have today, the general concept of pine trees as a plant group has been present for millions of years.


What is the scientific name of a southern yellow pine?

Southern Yellow Pine (often abbreviated SYP) doesn't refer to any one species of tree, but rather a group of species which are classified as yellow pine (as opposed to white pine), and are native to the American South. There are several varieties, such as longleaf pine, shortleaf pine, loblolly pine, and slash pine.See link below.

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When was European pine marten created?

European pine marten was created in 1758.


What organization is protecting the endangered American pine marten?

The American Pine Marten is not endangered.


Where could someone see a European pine marten in the wild?

European pine martens are most commonly known as the pine marten in Anglo Europe are native to Northern Europe. They can be found in the United Kingdom, Scotland, Ireland and are under protection.


When was Newfoundland pine marten created?

Newfoundland pine marten was created in 1897.


What is an American marten?

i don't know much but this is what i know. the European pine marten is an excellant climber and often hunts for prey in trees. but it hunts mainly on the ground, feeding on small rodents, birds, insects, and fruits. feel free to improve it


What is a baby pine marten called?

There is no specific name used for the female pine marten. The female pine marten will give birth to 1 to 5 babies and the babies are called kits.


What is the scientific name for marten?

The scientific name for marten is Martes. It is a genus of mammals in the family Mustelidae, which includes various species of martens such as the pine marten (Martes martes) and the American marten (Martes americana).


What was liras final demon in his dark matirials?

At the end of the third book, "The Amber Spyglass," Lyra's daemon, Pantalaimon's final form is an European pine marten


Is a pine marten a scavenger?

yes!


Is a pine marten a consumer?

Yes.


What are abiotic and biotic factors that limit the American pine marten population?

Abiotic factors such as habitat loss, climate change, and pollution can limit the American pine marten population by reducing suitable habitat and affecting their food sources. Biotic factors like predation, competition for resources with other species, and disease outbreaks can also influence the population dynamics of American pine martens.


What does a Europeans pine marten eat?

rodents