Biology and management of whitetailed deer nhbs academic. While whitetails are extremely abundant throughout most of their range, they are wary and very challenging to hunt. Biology and management of whitetailed deer 1st edition. Larry benoit himself was one of the most highly regarded hunters, and all of the knowledge that he had on hunting deer from his own experiences were written down into the pages of this book. After declining rapidly in the 1800s due to overhunting, whitetailed deer are now a familiar sight thanks to conservationminded laws.
Whitetailed deer management and habitat improvement is a full size 8 12 inch x 11inch book with 319 pages. The whitetailed deer odocoileus virignianus is the most widely distributed of north americas large mammals. White tailed deer from the tropics and the florida keys are markedly smallerbodied than temperate populations, averaging 35 to 50 kg 77 to 110 lb, with an occasional adult female as small as 25 kg 55 lb. Winner of a choice outstanding academic title award for 2011. White tail deer are good swimmers and will use large streams and lakes to escape predators. Young whitetail deer are born with white spots which disappear at around three to four months of age. Dirk huds has been a writereditor for over six years. There are 18 million white tailed deer in north america book copy write is 1997. The deer species that are included in this presentation consisted of whitetailed odocoileus virginianus, key deer o. Whitetailed deer management and habitat improvement by steve. In the 1942 walt disney pictures film, bambi is a white tailed deer, while in felix saltens original 1923 book bambi, a life in the woods, he is a roe deer.
For the individual hunter or the professional deer manager, this book offers a sound basis for management decisions. Whitetailed deer bucks grow and shed a pair of antlers annually. A highly adaptable species, the whitetail deer occupies a wide range of habitats and feeds on a large variety of different plants. White tailed deer hunt 2020 saskatchewan, canada the saskatchewan winters have been mild for the last several years and our whitetail deer population has increased dramatically. The book then discusses the history of management of whitetailed deer, beginning with early native americans and progressing through management by europeans and examining population lows in the early 1900s, restocking efforts through the mid 1900s, and recent, overabundant populations that are becoming difficult to manage in many areas. Biology and management of whitetailed deer 9781439806517. Al albertson relevant images match informative text in this introduction to whitetailed deer.
Discover more about these shy animals in this engaging book for young students. Whitetailed deer life cycle study guide outline king. When it comes to ground blinds versus treestands for mature whitetailed deer, the choice for me. A guide to finding white tailed deer antlers is the first and only book devoted to the increasingly popular hobby of looking for shed antlers. In addition to mule deer, new mexico has two subspecies of whitetailed deer, coues whitetailed deer also known in hunting circles as the gray ghost of the desert and texas whitetailed deer. Whitetailed deer are tan or reddishbrown in the summer, and grayishbrown in the winter. Pretend hes running through a meadow or help him jump over a pile of brush. White tailed deer goabc guide outfitters association of. The whitetailed deer odocoileus virginianus has a large distribution across the americas, from southern canada to peru. Biology and management of whitetailed deer david g. The white tailed deer, also called the virginia deer or whitetail, is named for the white underside of its tail which is visible when it holds its tail erect when it runs.
This abc book teaches young children about one of the best known big game animals in north america, the whitetailed deer. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade. Hunting pressure is nonexistent in our 240,000 acres area with a limit of 30 deer tags per year max. This is one of the most definitive books on the biology of white tail deer today. Some hunters pursue whitetails to put healthy, organic, local meat in. Whitetailed deer density in the united states, whitetailed deer are found in all 48 contiguous states. This is a great tool that can be used to inform your parents about what their children will be learning about the white tailed deer. Whitetail deer pictures and photography by george barnett book includes photography and images of giant whitetail bucks in rut, growing antlers, typical. Elk can be seen at higher elevations and whitetailed deer are found on the eastern plains. Veteran nature writer ilo hiller gives the life history of the whitetailed deer in this new volume, finally offering the general public quick, easy access to facts about. The main purpose of these bony growths is to serve as weapons against rival bucks during rut, or mating season. The book was carefully designed and written to be of interest and use to sportsmen and other wildlife conservation enthusiasts, as well as to professional wildlife biologists, managers, researchers, administrators, educators and students. As an adaptation for avoiding predators, the graze quickly, they regurgitate a cud to chew at leisure in a safer environment.
All entrants meeting the minimum requirements of the magnolia records program will receive an official magnolia records program certificate. This whitetailed deer is the perfect playtime companion. Location descriptions are general, and you may need additional information. The whitetailed deer by michael zwaschka goodreads.
In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to. Whitetailed deer spend their days grazing in prairies and woodlands. Funding for this publication was made possible by the texas parks and wildlife foundation and texas parks and wildlife department. It is as comprehensive and informative as any book every devoted to a single wildlife species. With branchlike antlers, rich brown fur and dark black hooves, this little guy looks just like the whitetailed deer youd find in nature. The pictures included in this book, accompanied by simple texts, will definitely pull your child towards. Jun 24, 2011 winner of the wildlife society outstanding edited book award for 20. White tailed deer study guide outline fawn, yearling, and adult doe and buck starting your unit on life cycles. The white tailed deer was formerly greatly reduced in its range and abundance by unrestricted hunting. Help your students get off to a great start with this simple study guide outline. Go shed hunting shed hunting, antlers, white tailed deer. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed.
This is easily among the best deerhunting books you can buy. Whitetailed deer food habits and preferences in the cross. Our whitetail hunts are a one on one guided hunt for a. During this time in the fall, prior to their 24hour receptive period, does release chemicals to signal their readiness to bucks.
The whitetailed deer get its name from the long white hair on the underside of the tail and rump. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade home. The book was first published in 1975 and is a must have in any hunters library. By the mid20th century, however, it had been restored to great abundance by gamemanagement measures throughout north america. They can even jump 30 feet in one bound during an escape. The print is clear on glossy paper and easy to read. Adults have a bright reddish brown coat in the summer and in the winter it is a duller grayish brown. White tailed deer new true book by joan kalbacken and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Whitetailed deer management and habitat improvement. Our deer specialists take extraspecial care of them to ensure healthy development. This book was recommended to me by a retired cornell professor.
White tailed deer spend their days grazing in prairies and woodlands. White tailed deer from the andes are larger than other tropical deer of this species, and have thick, slightly woolly looking fur. Whitetailed bucks shedding antlers naturally curious. This book is the first attempt to examine the similarities and differences in those factors that. Whitetailed deer are herbivores, leisurely grazing on most available plant foods. Deer living in captivity, afforded protection and good nutrition, will commonly live 15 to 20 years, writes james heffelfinger in his book deer of the southwest. These podcasts are drawn from naturally intelligent by design a fine art picture book and poetic tale that illuminates the creative strategies of 365 animals to adapt to their changing world and ensure their survival. They are most common everywhere east of the rocky mountains. Watching deer and elk brochure colorado parks and wildlife.
Its history in the state is traced as a background for understanding its present status and the kind of management called for. Al albertson relevant images match informative text in this introduction to white tailed deer. A mule deer is usually a grayishbrown most of the year. When it comes to ground blinds versus treestands for mature white tailed deer, the choice for me. Whitetailed deer naturally curious with mary holland.
Heres a quick guide to the 2017 deer hunting season. White tails have a reddishbrown coat in the spring that turns grayishbrown in the fall. The does tend to stay away from the fawns except during nursing hours. All whitetailed deer taken legally within mississippi during any prior hunting season are eligible to participate in the magnolia records program. Whitetailed deer odocoileus virginiasnus these podcasts are drawn from naturally intelligent by design a fine art picture book and poetic tale that illuminates the creative strategies of 365 animals to adapt to their changing world and ensure their survival.
They can run 40 mph, though it varies as they vary in sizethey are shorter on colder climates. Complete and official hunting trophy records, scores, pictures, and species information for over 100 big game animals from the worlds leading hunting conservation group safari club international. Sponsored by the quality deer management association, this book is the first comprehensive reference in more than 20 years on the whitetailed deer, the most. Steve bartylla is likely one of if not the absolutely best qualified persons today to write a book titled whitetailed deer management and habitat improvements.
William munoz describes the anatomy, life cycle, and behavior of the whitetailed deer. This from the north dakota game and fish news release. All white tailed deer taken legally within mississippi during any prior hunting season are eligible to participate in the magnolia records program. The categories and minimum scores for inclusion in pennsylvanias book are. The white tailed deer is new yorks most important big game species. With just a few months left until another deer hunting season rolls around, now is the time to dive deep into some harcdore whitetail hunting.
Site map safari club international online record book. Whitetailed deer hardback or cased book for sale online. Winner of the texas chapter of the wildlife society outstanding book award for 2011. Biology and management of white tailed deer organizes and presents information on the most studied large mammal species in the world. Only male deer grow antlers, which are shed each year. The small white spots on the fawns usually disappear around 4 months old, when their natural deer coloring will begin to show through. Biology and management of whitetailed deer organizes and presents information on the most studied large mammal species in the world. The range of the white tailed deer covers almost all north america. Today the white tailed deer is a popular game animal. The whitetailed deer is new yorks most important big game species. Our whitetail hunts are a one on one guided hunt for a buck in the point range you are looking for. The whitetailed deer odocoileus virginianus, also known as the whitetail or virginia deer, is a.
Lewis s 1950 fantasy novel the lion, the witch and the wardrobe the adult pevensies, now kings and queens of narnia, chase the white stag on a hunt, as the stag is said to grant. When startled, they flash their distinctive white tails as they run from their predators. Details the characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of the whiteta. Pdf white tailed deer habitat download ebook for free. There are 38 different types of deer in north america. Their biological designs, community dynamics, lifestyles, movement, behavior. Learn what whitetailed deer eat, what eats themand how they usually escape. White tailed deer hunt whitetail season lasts from the 1st weekend in november until the middle of january. From the rockies west, mule deer and black tailed deer dominate, but whitetails are still found in river bottom areas and lower foothills in many western states. The book covers the evolutionary history of the species, its anatomy, physiology, and nutrition, population dynamics, and ecology across its vast range from central canada through northern south america. Every county in north carolina has deer, although they are distributed unevenly, with large numbers in some areas of the upper coastal plain and piedmont and fewer deer in the mountain region. White tailed deer 2020 12 x 12 inch monthly square wall calendar with foil stamped cover, wildlife animals forest hunting by browntrout publishers inc. The whitetailed deer, also called the virginia deer or whitetail, is named for the white underside of its tail which is visible when it holds its tail erect when it runs. I hadnt mentioned bringing my deer cart from the truck, but fortunately, i did have a plastic deer drag sled already at my stand.
The following sites were selected from the colorado wildlife viewing guide and the, numbers correspond to sites in the book. Get to know the graceful creature that inspired her. White tailed deer density in the united states, white tailed deer are found in all 48 contiguous states. Their evolution, behavior, and ecology, stackpole books, isbn 0811704963. Written in 1984, it is definitely due for an update, but nonetheless it is an excellent reference on the biology and management of deer. It was published by krause publications and has a total of 320 pages in the book. White tail deer have a white underside on its tail. Morphological characteristics of whitetailed deer in latin america also. The pictures included in this book, accompanied by simple texts, will definitely pull your child towards learning. Their stomachs allow them to digest a varied diet, including leaves, twigs, fruits and nuts, grass, corn, alfalfa.
The title of this book is white tailed deer management and habitat improvement and it was written by steve bartylla. Winner of the wildlife society outstanding edited book award for 20. Biology and management of whitetailed deer edition 1 by. Whitetailed deer are by far the most common ungulate in north america, and one of the worlds most popular animals to hunt. The book then discusses the history of management of white tailed deer, beginning with early native americans and progressing through management by europeans and examining population lows in the early 1900s, restocking efforts through the mid 1900s, and recent, overabundant populations that are becoming difficult to manage in many areas. It can be found as far south as the southern tip of north america, and as far north as great slave lake, northwest territories. White tailed deer 38 matching articles outdoor life. Capturing the diverse aspects of whitetailed deer research, biology and management of whitetailed deer is a reflection of the resources invested in the study of the species effects on ecosystems, predatorprey dynamics, population regulation, foraging behavior, and browser physiology. Deer management units can be of use in keeping the natural predators away 1 chapters updated jun 28, 2019 10. Whitetailed deer publicationsarticles outdoor alabama. Whitetailed deer, odocoileus virginianus, also called virginia deer, common american deer of the family cervidae order artiodactyla that covers a huge range from the arctic circle in western canada to 18 degrees south of the equator in peru and bolivia.
We look at deer herd health, harvest numbers, new regulations and trophy potential in all 50 states. Filled with new info about deer management and deer hunting. White tailed deer are herbivores, leisurely grazing on most available plant foods. Eventually bubba joe arrived on my atv, and i rigged the buck for transport. Two examples of size variance are the south american whitetailed deer, odocoileus virginianus cariacou, found in peru and brazil, that stands only 2432 inches 6181 cm at the shoulder and the dakota whitetailed deer, odocoileus virginianus dacotensis, of the us, which is. The whitetailed deer odocoileus virginianus is the most economically important big game mammal in north america and florida. Thats the first fact i learned in this interesting book about deer. In addition to mule deer, new mexico has two subspecies of whitetailed deer, coues whitetailed deer also known in hunting circles as. Jan 01, 1997 there are 38 different types of deer in north america. No doubt an enterprising company colored it olive drab so it could be sold for 10 times the price. Plush 12 white tailed deer saskatchewan science centre.