Deer biology articles by Whitetail Stewards, Inc.

Whitetail Stewards, Inc. is proud to provide you with original articles you can use to improve your knowledge and understanding of deer biology, deer management, and deer hunting.  In addition, we provide links to fact sheets and articles produced by other credible organizations, which contain additional information you can use to become a more effective deer hunter and manager.  We are writing and updating this site constantly so be sure to check back regularly!

Deer biology articles

Deer physiology         

• Antler basics - K. Adams
• Factors that determine deer antler characteristics - M. Ross
• White-tailed deer antler growth and physiology - M. Ross
• Hormone influence on antler growth - M. Ross
• Antler abnormalities - K. Adams
• Seasonal protein requirements of white-tailed deer - M. Ross
• Do deer lower their metabolic rate in winter? - K. Adams

Deer biology : Links to additional fact sheets

• White-tailed deer biology (pdf)- Texas A&M University System
• White-tailed deer biology - Missouri Department of Conservation
• Deer antler development - Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
• All about antlers - The Noble Foundation
• Bigger buck for your bang - The Noble Foundation

Deer parasites and diseases: links to additional fact sheets

• Fibromas (deer warts) in white-tailed deer - Mississippi Dept. Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
• P. tenuis [brainworm]: the whitetailed deer parasite (pdf) - Michigan State University
• Epizootic hemorrhagic disease - Michigan Department of Natural Resources
• Current diseases of concern to Mississippi deer hunters - Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks

Chronic wasting disease: links to additional fact sheets

• Chronic Wasting Disease Alliance - main web page            
• Chronic wasting disease: The new reality - Quality Deer Management Association

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