The yellow-throated marten, Martes flavigula, is a bold and agile carnivore native to the Himalayas, Southeast Asia, East Asia, and parts of the Russian Far East. It is one of the larger Old World martens.
This animal has a long body, strong legs, a long tail, and a striking coat. The head and back are dark, while the throat and chest are bright golden-yellow to orange, making the species much more colorful than many of its relatives.
Yellow-throated martens are active hunters and excellent climbers. They can travel on the ground or through trees, and they are often seen alone, in pairs, or in small groups moving quickly through forest habitat.
Their diet is unusually varied. They eat rodents, birds, eggs, reptiles, insects, fruit, nectar, and sometimes larger prey. Because they eat fruit and move across wide areas, they can also help disperse seeds.
The species is currently listed as Least Concern because it has a wide range and occurs in many protected areas. Even so, healthy forests remain important for giving yellow-throated martens safe travel routes, den sites, and enough food.