Animal Detective

Even in the winter, you can find "evidence" of animals: burrows, nests holes;
chewed leaves and acorns, animal carcasses, scat, and tracks,
Use the guide below to do your own detective work! 


Animal Detective: Look for These Clues!
Draw what you find in the box.  Write who you think made it.


1.  SHELTER (burrow, hole, nest, rotting log, etc.)


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2. SCAT (Animal poop.  See guide below.)


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3. TRACKS (Look in muddy and wet areas.  See guide below.)


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4. FOOD REMAINS (holes in acorns, chewed leaves, animal carcass)


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