Scats and Tracks of the Rocky Mountains

by James C. Halfpenny

This revised and updated edition features the tracks, scats, and signs of 70 different species in the Rocky Mountains. Superb illustrations by Todd Telander make identifications easy.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Nature, Outdoors

176 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1998

Reviews

[Katie Franklin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent!! I borrowed this book for a trip through Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons and it was a great addition to my Mammals of North America Field Guide.

The addition of Other signs of wildlife (body rubbing on trees, digging etc) was great! I also liked the additional descriptions of how the signs (scat) changes depending on the season (and diet).

Here are my three suggestions:
- More Other signs specifically those left on trees. Body rubbing/scarring on trees was included for Grizzlies and Black bears and porcupines but not for Buffalo. For example how do you tell the difference between the body rubbing of Grizzlies and Buffalo (aside from the fur embedded and nearby scat)
- Adding in molting/shedding info would be great as well!
- Also adding descriptions of the age would be a good addition. (Age of scat or age description or species)

[Calli · Rating 4 out of 5]

I keep a copy in my backpack.