4082 x 2721 px | 34,6 x 23 cm | 13,6 x 9,1 inches | 300dpi
Date de la prise de vue:
5 octobre 2015
Lieu:
Glen Hurich, Ardnamurchan, Scotland, UK.
Informations supplémentaires:
An elusive creature, the Pine Marten is mostly found in the North of Britain. It prefers woodlands, climbs very well and lives in holes in trees, in old squirrel dreys or old birds' nests. Pine Martens feed on small rodents, birds, eggs insects and fruit, and although rare, can be encouraged to visit bird tables. During the mating season, Pine Martens make shrill, cat-like calls. In the spring, they have litters of 3-5 young, which are independent by summer. Length: 45cm plus a tail of 25cm Weight: 900g-1.7kg Average lifespan: up to 10 years They are Protected in the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, 1981, and classified as a Priority Species in the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. In the British Isles they can be found in Scotland, North Yorkshire and Northumberland.
