Diet of stone martens: an example of ecological flexibility

摘要: The feeding ecology of the stone marten in a rural area Central Italy was assessed by faecal analysis. Habitat analysis, performed through Geographical Information System, and intensive radio-tracking allowed us to investigate intra-population variations diet relation habitat. species’feeding habits were opportunistic: fruit berries staple but mammals birds also important. Diet varied seasonally resource availability, with predominance autumn frequent presence insects summer. Individuals living adjacent areas different habitats (wooded rural) showed significant diet, adapting their local availability foods. great adaptability very conditions can represent key species’success its wide range.