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Chapter 4: Wildlife Conservation and Management
Small Mammals

Two of the most common small game animals are cottontail rabbits and squirrels. These mammals have a high birth rate, a high death rate, and a short life span. By studying these animals, you can learn to recognize their tracks.

Some small mammals that are sought after primarily for their pelts are called furbearers. Two popular breeds are mink and muskrats.

Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Rabbit
Red fox
Red Fox
Fox squirrel
Fox Squirrel
Striped skunk
Striped Skunk

Photo Credits: Eastern Cottontail Rabbit (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, William Janus),
Red Fox (Tom J. Ulrich), Eastern Fox Squirrel and Striped Skunk (Texas Parks & Wildlife)

Some Small Mammal Tracks

Small mammal tracks
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