terracettes

terracettes:    Small, irregular step-like forms on steep hillslopes, especially in pasture, formed by creep or erosion of surficial materials that may be induced or enhanced by trampling of livestock such as sheep or cattle.

   Synonyms (not preferred) catstep, sheep or cattle track.

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