Stone marten
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Description
A dark brown weasel-like animal (Martes foina) native to Europe and northern Asia. Marten fur has been used for coats, trim, and paint brushes.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Martes foina; beech marten
Other Properties
Guard hair is coarse, dark brown, and shiny. Fur is white or gray.
Authority
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: marten" Encyclopædia Britannica. [Accessed October 16, 2003].
- Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them, American Book Company, New York City, 1937