10 June 2009

Musang Leher Kuning - Yellow-Throated Marten

First time I see this mammals. I found it crossed the trail while birding during Agong Holiday.

Musang Leher kuning - Yellow-throated marten
Yellow-throated marten (Martes flavigula)
Musang Leher kuning - Yellow-throated marten
The yellow-throated marten (M. flavigula), of the subgenus Charronia, is also called honey dog for its fondness for sweet food. It is found in southern Asia. Its head and body length is 56–61 cm, and its tail is 38–43 cm long. It has a brown coat that darkens toward and on the tail, and its throat and chin are creamy-yellow. (Reference: Encyclopedia Britannica & Wikipedia).