Whose Poo (nature question)

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summerdays

Cycling in the sun
Location
Bristol
What is it with these animals leaving rulers everywhere? :smile:
Didn't you know size is very important!
 

summerdays

Cycling in the sun
Location
Bristol
[QUOTE 3040619, member: 9609"]We haven't seem Mr Hedgehog since my wife accidentally kicked him, (it was dark and she was wearing open toed sandles^_^) the hedgehog was fine[/QUOTE]
Your wife?
 

welsh dragon

Thanks but no thanks. I think I'll pass.
Surely it would be number two?

Actually that rhymes even better. Name that poo in 2
 

classic33

Leg End Member
http://icwdm.org/inspection/Scat.aspx
Important Observations to Make When Identifying Scat
  1. Safety First!! Look, more than touch!! If you have to touch, use a tool and/or properly gloved hands!! STAY UP WIND!!
  2. Determine its size both in length and width.
  3. Identify its form.
    • Is it round like a pellet?
    • Tubular, like a Tootsie Roll?
    • Are the ends flat or pointed or is one end flat and the other pointed?
    • Is it smooth from one end to the other? Or is it segmented like a natural fibered rope?
  4. Is there one dropping or multiple?
  5. Can you identify any hair or food particles in the droppings? Sometimes corn, berries, seeds, and insect wings aren't completely digested.
  6. What time of day do you find the droppings? Would they have been left at night or during the day?
  7. Is it a one time event or does it occur in the same general spot for several days?
  8. What is above the scat? Could it have dropped from a tree or overhanging plant?
  9. What state are you from and what type of habitat do you reside in (ie. woods, urban, suburban, agricultural etc.) as this helps us know what types of animals live in your area.
  10. Does any portion of the dropping contain white elements? If yes, then click White Droppings
See also http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/mammal-forums/71101-identifying-poo.html
 
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