Looking for animal tracks is a great way to engage with nature and discover interesting facts about the animals that left them. Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates all leave tracks behind that we can find and track. Be patient with yourself as you learn about tracking animals, it’s been said that learning to identify tracks is akin to learning a new language. Get started with these guides for some of our favorite animals.
Animal Tracks
Last week, the Wonder Bugs learned about Monarch migration!![]()
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Ms. Suzy told the story of a hungry caterpillar who wanted to go to Mexico. On its long journey to become a beautiful orange and black monarch butterfly, the caterpillar met friends including a grasshopper and a ladybug. After the caterpillar ate its fill of milkweed, it felt the urge to hang upside down in a loose J shape before forming a chrysalis. Afterwhile, the butterfly that came out of the chrysalis stretched out its wings, allowing them to dry before taking off for Mexico!![]()
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The Wonder Bugs tried to follow the Monarch to Mexico but they stopped at Pine Hollow as the natural playground was too attractive to pass by. They smashed walnuts, rolled logs, felt goldenrod, and played with sticks! All these activities made the little Wonder Bugs hungry. Back at their outdoor Learning Lab, they had snacks and made orange and black bracelets!![]()
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Photos: Stephanie Briand, Aldo Leopold Nature Center![]()
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