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25 March 2026 · BBC

Pine Marten Spotted in Cornwall

A rare sighting of a pine marten in Cornwall has conservationists hopeful for the species' return to the area. The animal was captured on camera during wildlife monitoring efforts.

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A pine marten has been spotted on the Trewithen Estate in Cornwall, surprising . This is significant as pine martens were once common in the South West but became extinct due to loss and human actions. The team is the area to determine if the animal is a visitor or a resident.

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Key vocabulary

  • sighting

    the act of seeing something, especially something unusual

    “The sighting of the rare bird excited the birdwatchers.”

  • conservationists

    people who work to protect the environment and wildlife

    “Conservationists are working hard to save endangered species.”

  • habitat

    the natural environment where an animal or plant lives

    “The forest is the natural habitat of many animals.”

  • reintroduced

    to bring a species back to an area where it was previously found

    “The wolves were reintroduced to the national park to restore balance.”

  • monitoring

    the act of observing and checking something over time

    “The scientists are monitoring the weather patterns closely.”

Quick quiz

01Where was the pine marten spotted?

02What type of animal is a pine marten?

03What do conservationists hope for the pine marten?

04What was the purpose of the camera set up on the estate?

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Discussion

What do you think are the most important steps for wildlife conservation?