Tracker Manual is a detailed and practical field guide to animal tracking, developed by experienced professional trackers including Alex van den Heever, Karel Benadie, Renias Mhlongo, and Ian Thomas. It is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative modern references on wildlife tracking in Southern Africa.
The book provides in-depth guidance on identifying tracks (spoor), interpreting animal movement patterns, and understanding behavioural signs such as feeding marks, droppings, and trails. It covers a wide range of species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects, making it a versatile reference for field use.
With clear illustrations, photographs, and structured explanations, the guide helps readers build practical tracking skills and improve their ability to read natural environments. It also introduces the science and traditional knowledge behind tracking, blending field experience with conservation practice.
Tracker Manual is widely used by safari guides, trackers, students, and wildlife professionals. It serves as both an educational resource and a practical companion for anyone interested in understanding wildlife behaviour through tracks and signs in the wild.
