European Pine Marten

The pine marten or noble marten is a species of predator from the genus of real martens within the marten family. It lives in Europe and Western Asia and is a forest dweller. Unlike its relative, the stone marten, the pine marten does not follow humans near settlements. (Source: Wikipedia)

The pine marten is a skilled climber that feeds primarily on small mammals, birds, and fruit. It is important for the natural balance of the forest.In Germany, the pine marten is found primarily in large deciduous and mixed forests, e.g., in the low mountain ranges (especially the Harz Mountains), the Black Forest, and the Bavarian Forest.Because it is very shy and nocturnal, it is rarely seen.

The pine marten (Martes martes) is a species of mustelid in the carnivore family (Mustelidae). It lives in Europe, Asia Minor, and northern Asia and is a forest dweller. Unlike its relative, the stone marten, the pine marten does not follow humans near settlements.