Martens are hotblooded, carnivorous animals that live in Southeast Alaska. They are considered part of the weasel family, with soft, yet dense fur. They are very common in Alaska, feeding on small rodents like mice.

These animals like to burrow and climb trees, so they also like to eat small birds, eggs and berries. They mainly live alone unless they are mating or have young. Martens usually have about three offspring in a litter.

Martens are typically very brave creatures and have been known to steal sweet foods from humans. According to the Wildlife Notebook, they really like jam.

Source: Alaska Department of Fish & Game