Martes zibellina, commonly known as the sable, is a small carnivorous mammal native to the forests of northern Asia, particularly Siberia. It has a slender body, soft, dense fur often prized in the fur trade, and a bushy tail. Sables are known for their solitary and elusive nature, often residing in dense forests where they hunt small mammals and birds.

Martes zibellina, commonly known as the sable, is native to the taiga forests of Russia and other parts of Northern Asia. Its geographical distribution includes the Ural Mountains, Siberia, Mongolia, northern China, North Korea, and Hokkaido in Japan.

The sable inhabits dense forests, particularly boreal and mixed forests, preferring regions with abundant snow cover during winter. It thrives in cold, subarctic climates with significant seasonal changes. These areas typically have long, harsh winters and short, cool summers.

Sables are well-adapted to life in densely wooded environments, where they are both terrestrial and arboreal. They are carnivorous, feeding on small mammals, birds, fish, and carrion, and play a role in controlling the populations of these species. Their fur provides excellent insulation against the cold, a crucial adaptation for survival in their native habitat.