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American Marten Spotted in Ohio for First Time in 150 Years
Wildlife cameras in an Ohio forest capture images of an American marten, a weasel-like woodland predator not seen in the state since the mid-1800s.
Key Takeaways
- Trail cameras capture first Ohio marten sighting since the mid-1800s
- Species was extirpated when 90% of Ohio's forests were cleared in the 19th century
- Forest recovery to 30% cover and regional reintroduction programs enable natural dispersal
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