Submitted by Merino_w00l t3_10ib0s1 in vermont
RoyalIndependence500 t1_j5efs5k wrote
Definitely canid. Were the tracks in a straight line ( direct register) or more off center? Was the human footprint yours or was it there? That could indicate a small dog.
Merino_w00l OP t1_j5fh7no wrote
Our footprint. The tracks were in a straight line. Digit replacing.
RoyalIndependence500 t1_j5fj5l1 wrote
Red Fox have “dainty” footprints in a straight line. The front footprint is wide compared to the more pointed hind paw. If snow is shallow or firm the prints will only show portions of toes and heel pads. Your photo looks as if these are not fresh prints. Did you notice a musky, skunky odor in the vicinity? Red Fox urine has an odor similar to skunk. I’d guess it’s a red or possibly gray fox. But tracking is tricky, and identifying tracks from a photo is even more so.BTW I get my information from a tracking class I took at North Branch Nature Center as well as from Peterson’s Animal Tracks Field Guide. Both great resources you should check out!
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