Everything you need to know about this tree-dwelling mammal
What do Nilgiri martens eat?
Nilgiri martens eat birds, reptiles, small mammals, insects and ocassionally fruits and seeds.
What do Nilgiri martens look like?
Nilgiri martens have short legs with partially retractable claws. Their front legs are reddish and their throats have bright patches which range from yellow to orange. They have bushy tails and long slender bodies that are deep brown from head to rump.
What is the conservation status of Nilgiri martens?
The Nilgiri marten is vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
About the Authors
Yashaswi Rao
is a wildlife biologist passionate about addressing contemporary conservation issues through cutting-edge interdisciplinary research. He is an alum of the MSc Wildlife Program at the National Centre for Biological Sciences.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
