With deer, the true impact may not be revealed for six years, when the low reproduction rates caused by the drought will leave an age gap between older bucks and younger deer.... he has noticed white-tailed deer that are skinnier than usual, their ribs jutting out. As a result, the mothers are producing less milk and the newest crop of fawns will be weaned at subpar weight. These articles have been reviewed for relevance and content. Some links to the original article may no longer be active. Related News and Information | More Deer Management and Population News by State |
Relentless drought extending toll to wildlife August 9, 2011 Texas |