Yellow-Throated Marten: A Rare Mustelid Recorded in Kaziranga

Why in News ?

• Kaziranga National Park recorded its first sighting of the Yellow-Throated Marten. 

Taxonomy and Distribution

• Scientific Name : Martes flavigula. 
• It belongs to the Mustelidae family, which includes otters, badgers and ferrets. 
• Its range extends from the Himalayas to Indonesia, the Korean Peninsula and the China–Russia border. 

Habitat Diversity

• It inhabits coniferous, broad-leaved and montane forests. 
• It is also found in tropical forests, shrublands, swamps and treeless mountains. 

Distinctive Features

• It is the largest of the Old World martens. 
• It possesses a bright yellow or golden throat and chest. 
• It is known for its fearless behaviour and strong body structure. 

Conservation Status

IUCN Red List : Least Concern (LC).