The pine marten belongs to the same family as the mink, otter and badger. Their habitats are usually well-wooded areas.

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The pine marten is becoming widespread in Ireland with the population thought to be increasing. It feeds on small mammals, berries, nuts, frogs, lizards, birds and invertebrates.

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While the prospects for the pine marten are currently good, habitat loss and fragmentation are a concern as well as woodland management practices.

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