Ask The Biologist

Entries for June 2021

Ducking the Issue

Ducking the Issue

By Bob Humphrey

Yes, whitetails jump or duck the string. It’s a fact. QUESTION: Last year, I had a good shot opportunity at a deer with my bow, but I missed. I practice a lot and was sure my aim was dead on. When I mentioned it to a buddy, he said maybe the deer jumped the string. It was about 35 yards away and not moving. Is this possible? ANSWER: Many bowh... READ MORE

Numbers Game

Numbers Game

By Bob Humphrey

Have you ever wondered how tag numbers are determined? QUESTION: My state is proposing a 40% increase in doe tags this year. That seems like a lot. How do they decide how many to give out? ANSWER: Wildlife managers take many things into account when determining harvest goals. One is population status in relation to population objectives. If they be... READ MORE

New in Town?

New in Town?

By Bob Humphrey

It takes a few weeks for deer to get used to a new ground blind. QUESTION: I want to put a ground blind on one of my food plots for this fall. How far ahead of season should I set it up? ANSWER: As a general rule of thumb, the sooner, the better. Unlike turkeys, deer need time to get used a something new and different. Obviously, you have to balanc... READ MORE

Ticket to Paradise

Ticket to Paradise

By Bob Humphrey

Even small food plots can help deer through times of need. QUESTION: I want to plant a summer food plot. I live in central Georgia. What is your recommendation for a half-acre? ANSWER: It’s difficult to get too specific without more information, but I’ll offer a general suggestion or two. Summer is a critical time for protein in a deer&... READ MORE

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