Mammal Signs


Vole (Microtus sp.) Runways
 
 
 


Red Wolf Scat (Canis rufus)

Mammal Tracking

The identification and interpretation of mammal sign is essential to the field of mammal study.
 This site provides a key to some of the common mammal signs found in the field.  It will be a valuable 
resource to those who use these pictures as real-life examples to supplement the line-drawn tracks found in field guides.

 Scat or Feces 
 Mammal Gaits
 Photo Guide to Mammal Tracks
Gnawings or Chews


 

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*Produced by Brandon Kellie, July 1, 2001
*Updated by Travis Brown Feb. 2002