* Long, slender body
* Triangular head
* Bushy, luxurious tail
* Agile, tree-dwelling carnivorans
Coloration:
* Fur color can vary, but typically ranges from reddish-brown to dark brown
* Distinctive creamy or whitish patch on throat (marking often absent in pine martens from Ireland)
* Underparts are lighter, often pale yellow or cream
Size:
* Pine martens are relatively large members of the marten family
* Body length: 45-55 cm (17-22 inches)
* Tail length: 20-25 cm (8-10 inches)
* Weight: 0.9-1.5 kg (2-3.3 pounds)
Features:
* Sharp claws and semi-retractable semi-retractible semi-retractable claws to help them climb and grip branches, semi-retractable
* Large tufted ears
* Keen eyesight and excellent night vision
* Thick fur that provides insulation against cold temperatures