The October issue of The Trapper contained a printing error that omitted the conclusion of Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff’s article “Rut Realities.” Read the complete ending and learn how buck age structure and herd management influence the rut.
Tag: antler growth
What is Needed for Optimum Antler Growth
What follows is a series of photos that document the antler growth process of one mature white-tailed buck.
#171: UNLOCKING ANTLER POTENTIAL with Robie Pruitt | Deer Talk Now Podcast
Whether you’re starting a new mineral site or looking to boost antler growth during critical development windows, this conversation covers the do’s, don’ts, and must-haves for dialing in your nutritional program.
The Age When Bucks Grow Their Largest Antlers
Charles Alsheimer follows three bucks throughout their lives, noting at what age they reached their peak antler-growing potential.
Weird Racks in Whitetails Could Be From Contralateral Effect
We recently received an image of a deer in central Wisconsin with a pretty goofy-looking rack. The contralateral effect could be the culprit.
Maximize the Antler Size of Whitetails on Your Land | Part 2
Last week we talked about how to maximize antler growth and this week we are continuing that conversation with even more nutrition tips.
Passing on Bucks: What Happens After
Is “let ’em go so they can grow” always true? You might be surprised to hear what Steve Bartylla has to say about this popular phrase.
This is Why Bucks Grow Big Antlers
When a buck has big antlers, you might be wondering what’s in the water. Steve Bartylla explains why some bucks grow large racks.
3 Things You Might Not Know About Deer Antlers
Dan Schmidt provides answers to common questions about deer antlers and provides some fascinating insights in this episode of Deer Talk Now.
The Causes of Antler Asymmetry
Regardless of a buck’s genetic makeup, the environmental conditions it faces, or the injuries it might sustain, one thing is certain — no deer will ever have a perfectly symmetrical set of antlers.