Although deer are mostly associated with forest habitats they can be found in a wide range of habitats including grasslands savannas and even deserts. In general deer are more active in the morning and evening although this can vary depending on the season and the specific deer species.
During the spring and summer deer are more likely to be active during the cool morning and evening hours in order to avoid the heat of the day. In the fall deer are preparing for the winter months and are often seen feeding more during the day as they store up energy. In the winter deer are less active as they conserve their energy to stay warm.
There are a few exceptions to this general rule however. For example the white-tailed deer is one deer species that is more active during the day in the summer months likely due to the fact that they are less likely to be hunted during this time. In contrast the mule deer is more active at night during the summer months to avoid the heat.
No matter what the season if you’re hoping to see deer in the wild your best bet is to head out early in the morning or late in the evening.
1.
When do deer mate?
During the fall
2.
Does this mean that fawns are born in the spring?
No gestations lasts about 200 days so fawns are often born in the middle of summer
3.
How much does a newborn fawn weigh?
Between 4 to 8 pounds
4.
Does a buck have antlers all year round?
No bucks will only have antlers during the summer and fall.
During the winter they will shed their antlers.
5.
How fast can a deer run?
30 miles per hour
6.
How far can a deer jump?
Deer can jump as high as 10 feet and as far as 30 feet
7.
What do deer eat?
Deer are mostly herbivores and their diet consists of grass leaves buds and twigs.
However they have been known to eat meat on occasion.
8.
How much does an adult deer weigh?
An adult deer can weigh anywhere from 150 to 300 pounds
9.
What is the life span of a deer?
In the wild a deer can live anywhere from 10 to 20 years.
10.
How many stomachs does a deer have?
Deer have four stomachs that aid in the digestion of their food
11.
What is the purpose of a deer’s tail?
The tail is used as a signal to other deer.
For example a flick of the tail can indicate to others that danger is near.
12.
What is the deer’s main predators?
The deer’s main predators are humans wolves bears and mountain lions
13.
What noise does a deer make?
Deers make a variety of noises including bleats grunts and barks
14.
What is the biggest threat to deer populations?
The biggest threat to deer populations is habitat loss due to human development
15.
What is the best way to tell a buck from a doe?
The best way to tell a buck from a doe is by the size of their antlers.
bucks will have larger antlers than does.
