I am trying to identify the source of the footprints in my back yard. All I can come up with is Wolverine or baby Black Bear, but my knowledge of the habitat and development of both these animals tells me that is impossible. Each paw is approximately 4”, maybe 5”, a guess because I forgot to bring my tape measure along with me when I went out to photograph them. In hopes you can help solve this mystery! Nancy Eaton
Fisher tracks – Nancy Eaton
Fisher tracks 2 – Nancy Eaton
Fisher tracks 3 – Nancy Eaton
Note: I forwarded the pictures and description to local track expert, Don McLeod. Here is Don’s reply:
“The tracks in Nancy’s photos look to me like Fisher. Here is a link to one of my albums from 2013 when I took many photos of tracks along a single trail made by a Fisher. Here is another album with Fisher tracks in poor snow conditions.”
