Identify prints in the snow | Wildlife Watch

Deer track in snow

Deer track in snow by Amy Lewis

Identify animal prints in the snow

Brrrrr!

Fallen snow is perfect for finding out what secretive animals might be living nearby. By looking closely at footprints and trails you can tell who's who, where they go and even what they might be getting up to. Here are a few of the snow prints you might spot this winter.

Cat snow prints — Amy Lewis

deer snow prints — Amy Lewis

Dog snow prints — Amy Lewis

Otter snow prints — Chris Matcham

Pheasant snow print — Amy Lewis

Rabbit snow prints — Amy Lewis

Water bird snow print — David Ireland

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