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Outdoor Education: Are They Coyote Tracks or Dog Tracks?

Dick Moss, Editor, PE Update.com

 Coyote Tracks
Coyote Tracks
The coyote is a common wild animal in most parts of North America, and one of the really fun things about outdoor trips is pointing out signs of wildlife such as coyote tracks. Unfortunately, a coyote's tracks are similar to those of the everyday dog—here's how to tell the difference.

 

Coyote Versus Dog Tracks

 Dog Tracks
Dog Tracks
Using a straight stick, make a line along the back of the two front pads of the footprint.


References:
1. Ellis Greenstein & Jackie Jenkins (DVM), “Coyote phobia: In defense of coyotes.” Animals' Voice, Winter 1999.
2. Chandler Sullivan, The Camping Bible Survival Guide, 2011 Edition, Amazon Digital Services, 2011.


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