We have explored the backroads of Arizona extensively.  Along our travels we have been fortunate enough to see all sorts of amazing scenery, and wonderful animal sightings.  I always feel blessed to have these great animals cross our paths at the same time they cross ours.  Some animals are common to see, elk and deer for instance.  Others, not so much, but we have seen… bobcat, turkey, and even bear.

On a recent trip to Sedona we saw this elusive little critter practically under our feet.  We spot lighted him with our flashlight and caught a fleeting shot.  It’s a ringtail cat!

Apparently, it’s the Official State Mammal of Arizona (who knew?).  They have a fox-like face with pointed ears and a long distinctive tail.  The ringtail is part of the raccoon family… note, the familiar striped tail.  They live in a riparian habitat in the rocks near water, making Sedona a prime area (apparently).  They are noctural creatures, only coming out at night.  So, we were lucky to catch of glimpse of him.

We had been taking night shots at an overlook in Sedona when he scurried across us, curious what we were he came back for a another quick look.  Funny how that happens.  Sometimes it is all about being in the right place at the right time.

See more Sedona pix…. https://kritterspix.com/2018/10/30/sedona-az/  and   https://kritterspix.com/2018/10/30/oak-creek-sedona-az/