Scat & Droppings Identification Key

Identification of feces, or scat, can be a difficult task as feces change according to the animal’s diet. However, by asking the right questions you can go a long way to reduce the number of available suspects.

WARNING: Before you begin to identify scat, consider the health hazards associated it. Be safe. Droppings are dirty and have germs. Avoid handling droppings without proper protection and avoid inhaling near the droppings. If you have to touch droppings, use a tool and/or properly gloved hands. Some diseases may contracted through inhalation of or touching dust-borne particles.

Pellets	Plop	Tubular-Large
Ungulates Deer, Elk, Llamas Rabbits	Bear Cows Buffalo Horses	Canines Dogs Coyotes Fox Raccoons Felines Bobcats House Cats Geese-usually green
Tubular-Small	White Feces
Rodents Mice, Rats, etc. Voles Bats	Amphibians Birds (all varieties) Reptiles (all varieties)