Discover who’s been wandering your backyard or hiking trail with this waterproof, folding Animal Tracks Pocket Guide. Designed for curious minds of all ages, this quick-reference field guide helps you identify the footprints, scat, and signs of over 50 familiar North American animals — from deer and foxes to squirrels and ducks.
Organized by toe count (2, 4, 5, and mixed), this guide includes detailed illustrations, Latin names, track sizes, and habitat clues — plus common bird tracks, chewed plants, dens, nests, and even scat patterns.
Built-in ruler in inches and centimeters makes field identification easy and accurate. A must-have for nature walks, camping trips, and outdoor learning!
Key Features:
Waterproof, lightweight, and folds flat for field use
Covers over 50 common mammals and birds
Organized by toe count for quick track ID
Includes scat, nests, feeding signs, and burrows
Features familiar birds: duck, goose, owl, heron, turkey & more
Built-in ruler (inches & cm) for measuring tracks and signs
Ideal for scouts, homeschoolers, hikers, and nature lovers
Recommended For:
Ages 7+ and up (great for beginner naturalists)
Homeschool and nature-based education
Wildlife tracking, hiking, camping, and outdoor classrooms
Companion to nature journals and animal units
Gifting with binoculars or activity books
Pocket Guide - Animal Tracks
Q: What kinds of animals are included in this guide?
A: The guide includes mammals like deer, foxes, raccoons, bears, squirrels, rabbits, beavers, and skunks, plus birds such as ducks, geese, owls, herons, flickers, and wild turkeys. It also features rodents, reptiles, and small mammals — grouped by how many toes they leave in their tracks.Q: Does the guide include more than just footprints?
A: Yes! It also covers scat, chewed twigs, nests, lodges, pellets, and browse marks — helping you identify signs of animal activity even if tracks aren’t visible.Q: Is there a ruler included?
A: Yes! A printed ruler in both inches and centimeters is included on the guide to help measure the size of tracks and signs in the field.Q: Is this suitable for kids?
A: Yes. While designed for all ages, kids ages 7+ (with adult help) can easily use the guide for outdoor learning, hikes, and nature journaling. It pairs well with our Animal Activity Books for deeper learning.Q: Is this guide waterproof?
A: Yes. It’s laminated and weather-resistant, making it perfect for wetland walks, rainy hikes, or muddy trail use.
