Deer are browsers and grazers. They feed on a variety of vegetation, depending
on what is available. These animals prefer buds and twigs of trees and shrubs,
cacti and many other plants. In winter, Whitetail Deer feed on evergreen trees.
These animals are crepuscular and are active before dawn and at dusk. Whitetail Deer - Predation
Whitetail Deer are preyed on by large number of predators, such as bears, lions,
coyotes, wolves and domestic dogs. Adults are able to defend with their hooves,
but young fawns are rather vulnerable and are easy prey for every carnivorous
predator. Like all deer, Whitetail Deer have keen hearing and eyesight, but rely
mainly on the sense of smell to detect danger and their ability to bound and to
run fast through dense vegetation. Whitetail Deer - Behavior
Whitetail Deer are very shy and
nervous. At the sight of danger they flee away. Whitetail Deer are very agile
and can bound at speed of up to 30 miles per hour. They are also good swimmers
and often escape predators and insects in water. Whitetail Deer are solitary
animals, except for does with fawns. During the rut season, males establish
dominance, which is based on their age and strength. Whitetail Deer fight each
other severely and the fights may last for many hours. Whitetail Deer - General Info Links
Biokids. Odocoileus Virginianus - Offers general info on various aspects of
Whitetail Deer life.
Biology of the Whitetailed Deer - Physical description, reproduction, behavior and population parameters of the
species.
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Picture source:
Siete Bar G Whitetail Ranch © 1999-2003
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Brain
Museum. Whitetail Deer - Read about the brain characteristics of the species and compare it with other animals.
British Deer - About the biology, ecology and history of the species of deer found wild in the UK
(Whitetail, roe, red, fallow, sika, muntjac, and Chinese water deer).
Columbia
Whitetailed Deer - Short article on the species and its distribution.
Deer Information - Here you'll find very informative articles on various subspecies of deer.
Deer Survey - A very detailed article on all aspects of
Whitetail Deer biology and life in the wild and in captivity.
Discover
Life. Whitetail Deer - A very detailed article on the ecology, distribution, health and typical problems connected with the
species.
Family
Cervidae. Whitetailed Deer - Photo, characteristics, habitat, range, behavior, life span, and more concerning the species.
Florida Nature. Odocoileus Virginianus - General information and photos of this
deer.
Hoofed
Mammals. Whitetail Deer - General information on the species and several photos of deer in the wild.
Mammals of Ontario - A survey on the winter life of deer and is it necessary to help them to cope with
it.
Nature Photography. Whitetail
Deer - See a lot of photos of deer and other animals.
Nature
Works. Whitetailed Deer - Photo of Whitetailed deer, characteristics, range,
habitat, food, reproduction, behavior
Odocoileus Virginianus or
Whitetail Deer - Contains general information on ecology, habitats and habits of the species.
Sedgwick County Zoo - Quick facts about the species and general description of its lifestyle.
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Picture source:
Eddys Northern Whitetails © 2001
www.northernwhitetails.com
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The Mammals of Texas - Online Edition - Learn about this mammal's habitat, home range, periods of activity, and feeding habits.
White Tailed Deer of New England - Basic information concerning the
Whitetailed deer and its habitats.
Whitetail Deer in the Northeast - Article on
Whitetailed deer in the Northeast - includes data surveys, population estimates and management implications, conclusions and present outlook
Whitetail gallery - Contains a lot of
Whitetail Deer photos in the wild.
Whitetail
Symbols - Learn about the states that have named the Whitetailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) as their official state animal and why they did
so.
Whitetailed
Deer - General information with movie about deer in the wild and information for children.
Wildlife Species: Odocoileus Virginianus - Read details on sub-species, ecosystems, wildlife occurrence, common names, fire effects, taxonomy, fire use, food habits, animal habitat, and wildlife distribution.
