Being able to track an animal might be the difference in a survival situation between eating meet and eating insects and plants.

You have to know the basics, however, to have a chance at tracking a wary animal.

If you have ever tracked a deer you shot, you know how difficult it can be to figure out where the injured animal is.

One way to reduce your odds of losing that animal is to understand the basics of tracking.

What tips do you have to offer regarding tracking animals? Tell us below.