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  Game Management - White-tailed Deer
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Genetic and Environmental Interaction in White-tailed Deer: 1992-1999

Results

The information presented on this page is published in Understanding Spike Buck Harvestmedia download(PDF 2 MB) (by Bill Armstrong, Kerr Wildlife Management Area, TPWD).

Trend Data

Increased Antler Mass and Body Weights
Increased Production of Quality Yearlings
Increased Antler Measurements (Main Beam Length, Inside Spread, Basal Circumference)

Yearling Bucks in 'Stress Study'

Background Information

Conclusions / Management Implications