Please identify tracks in suburban yard - Ask Extension
These tracks were found in a backyard in Newberg, Oregon (Yamhill County). Can you identify them? Thank you.
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Please identify tracks in suburban yard #890608
Asked December 07, 2024, 6:07 PM EST
These tracks were found in a backyard in Newberg, Oregon (Yamhill County). Can you identify them? Thank you.
Yamhill County Oregon
Expert Response
Rather than tracks, those look like excavations to bury (or perhaps unbury/rob) food caches. Squirrels are notably busily engaging in this type of behavior right now, but jay species and others are also known for hiding/storing food (such as acorns) in fall and winter. Because the one opening has a pretty clear "outkick" of dirt, I would suspect that one is the work of a squirrel.
Thank you very much for the speedy reply Dr. Sanchez. I will pass the information on to the home owner.
Sincerely,
Dana (yes!)
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