Quizzes
Are you a trail
tracker?
Use your animal ID skills to work out which wildlife has left their footprints
Step by step
Looking for animal footprints is a great way to discover which wildlife has been in your garden or any outdoor spaces you visit. But which animals have left the footprints here? Click or tap on the correct animal. We’ve given you a clue to help with each one.
Who made this hoof print?
This print was left by an animal that’s usually found in woodland, and sometimes makes a barking noise if caught by surprise.
Who made this paw print?
This print was left by a small mammal that’s quite hard to see, though you might get lucky if you find the right spot near a river.
Who made this footprint?
These prints were left by a bird that uses its feet for gripping on to a perch rather than for paddling.
Did you know?
Did you know?
Scientists use footprints as a way to count animals that can be hard to spot, like snow leopards and tigers.
