This is an American marten, also commonly known as a pine marten. Martens have very shiny and luxuriant fur and at the turn of the century, they were nearly wiped out in North American due to the fur trade. They have since made a nice comeback thanks to conservation efforts and the population is now healthy throughout much of Canada and pockets of the United States. I photographed this one in front of a wood pile just outside of the northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Silver Gate, Montana. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 400, f/5.6 at 1/250th of a second
Ditto Ann’s comment above. Your daily photo is one email I look forward to! What a great shot. Love the snow on its face and the ‘knee’ deep snow. What a lovely animal.
The first thing I thought when I looked at this guy, before I read your text, was “Wow, look at that beautiful fur”…not surprised that they were almost wiped out by the fur trade. 🙁 I would never want to wear him, just tame him and snuggle him, that’s all, lol….
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Sean, I enjoy your photos so much – you give me a delightful start to the day. Thank you!
Ditto Ann’s comment above. Your daily photo is one email I look forward to! What a great shot. Love the snow on its face and the ‘knee’ deep snow. What a lovely animal.
I want one!
The first thing I thought when I looked at this guy, before I read your text, was “Wow, look at that beautiful fur”…not surprised that they were almost wiped out by the fur trade. 🙁 I would never want to wear him, just tame him and snuggle him, that’s all, lol….
i enjoy all the photos that you have taken latey.
Adorable! It looks sooo soft.