Recent Ask the Biologist
Feelin’ Lucky?
By Bob Humphrey
Triple fawn bucks is probably pretty rare, but the odds for each were likely 50:50. QUESTION: I’ve been watching a doe near my property. She had three fawns, and all are bucks. What are the odds? ANSWER: In general, odds of a fawn being a buck or a d... READ MORE
Not Snake Oil
By Bob Humphrey
There’s sound science behind scent-eliminating sprays.
QUESTION: It seems like the latest craze with hunters is spray cover scent (Code Blue, Dead Down Wind, Scent Killer, etc). They basically soak themselves with whichever scent-killing spray... READ MORE
Abscesses and Meat
By Bob Humphrey
The venison is probably safe, but why take a chance? QUESTION: My son shot a doe that had an abscess in front of her shoulder. The deer seemed otherwise healthy. The abscess was not lanced until cut away from the carcass, and was not in contact with ... READ MORE
The Mane Question Is...
By Bob Humphrey
Like whitetails with fangs, species sometimes show ancient traits. QUESTION: I shot a buck this fall that had a mane. What causes this, and how common is it? ANSWER: While one can never be certain about such things, the most likely scenario is what b... READ MORE
Spring Fever
By Bob Humphrey
Is it possible to see whitetail rutting behavior in turkey season? QUESTION: While turkey hunting in Florida last spring, I witnessed an antlered buck chasing a doe just like they do in the rut. When I mentioned it to my outfitter, he didn’t think it... READ MORE