Identify animal tracks in the wild
Browse track photos by species or use the app to scan tracks with your camera.
Guides to animal tracks
Use the guides below to browse photos of animal tracks and identification tips by species.
Animal tracks are a window into the wildlife around you. Many animals are shy and seldom seen—but they leave footprints, scat, and other sign. Learning to identify animal tracks changes how you see the world. With a little guidance, anyone can learn to recognize clear tracks and discover which species share their trails, backyards, and parks.
Our goal is to make it easy: free track photos and ID tips by species, plus an app that suggests what you might be looking at from a photo. You can also contribute track photos to help improve identification over time. No sign-up required to browse; use the app in the field for instant help.
What you can do
- Identify animal tracks with guides to mammal tracks (and more) by species—photos and tips for each.
- Browse the common tracks guide below for a quick visual reference, then dive into any species for detail.
- Get the app and put a guide to animal tracks in your pocket—snap a photo for instant ID help on the trail, and upload photos to help us improve identification for everyone.
Common animal tracks at a glance
Quick reference for what different tracks look like. Click through to any species for photos and identification tips.
Get the app
Take a photo of a track and get instant identification help. Save your finds, explore species details, and upload track photos to help improve our guide—ideal for trails, backyards, and outdoor education.
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