A WEATHER-RESISTANT TRACKING BOARD

Authors

D.S. Shepherd, Tolworth Laboratory, Agricultural Science Service, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Hook Rise South, Tolworth, Surrey, England
J.H. Greaves, Tolworth Laboratory, Agricultural Science Service, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Hook Rise South, Tolworth, Surrey, England

Date of this Version

March 1984

Document Type

Article

Abstract

The main practical limitation of tracking boards for the study of small mammals is that the sensitive surface is very vulnerable to damage by rain or dew. A tracking board is described that is easily prepared for use in the field, is resistant to rain and running water, and is sensitive enough to record the footprints of mice. The literature on tracking board techniques is reviewed briefly.