About the Deer-Forest Study
Pennsylvania forests face many challenges - invasive plants, insect outbreaks, soil acidity, tree diseases, and even deer. This study is being conducted to better understand the role of deer in the context of all these challenges and to help Pennsylvania’s forest and wildlife managers better manage deer and the forest.
October 31, 2019
Little Fish, Big Pond
For yearling males, it’s best to find a new pond. Some haven’t quite got the message.
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February 16, 2021
The Real Does of the Deer Forest Study: Maternity Ward
Doe 12866, heavy with fawn, has made her way to State College after an all night trek. The only plausible […]
December 16, 2020
It Bears Repeating
We have written blog posts about how the most important component of a deer population is adult females. Their survival […]
November 4, 2020
Smoke and Mirrors
It is no secret that not everyone likes antler point restrictions (APRs). However, they are supported by about 60% of […]
November 2, 2020
Who Run the World
(Does)
October 13, 2020
Synchronous Serendipity
While we have put the topic of fawn predation to bed on this blog, it’s still shows up. A recent […]
August 3, 2020
Triplets in July?
That calls for some math!
July 7, 2020
It REALLY depends…
Independence is a theme this time of year. And we are following suit. But we aren’t talking declarations or fireworks. […]
June 1, 2020
Momchalant
New moms can be a bit over the top.
April 9, 2020
Deer Crew Diaries – Entry 141
That’s a wrap!
October 9, 2019
A (Ridge and) Valley Buck
Do they run the ridges? Hang in the valley? Or go vertical?
August 2, 2019
Sex Age Kill
Film noir masquerading as a population model
Change and Structure
Strap in for a low speed, unthrilling ride into 2 population estimation methods
