Wild Encounters "Deer in Rut, Not CWD: Understanding the Differences" Posted: January 16, 2025 | Last updated: January 16, 2025 "James Bigley Ranches offers unique insight on ranches, Western ...

Yet another white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) mating season is behind us now. This year I spent a truckload of time in the woods following several large bucks who were actively searching ...

In my favorite forest the leaves have turned a multitude of autumn colors. Bright yellows and reds along with dull browns and tans. This is the time of year that I love to be in the woods. But ...

Elk are the second largest animals in the deer family ... Elk mating season, also called rut, takes place during the fall. A bull’s harem typically has around 15-20 cows, but it’s not unheard of for a ...

On Sunday, August 18, Yellowstone officials reminded park visitors that bison rut season is in "full swing" and to remain mindful of the animals in the park. "Bison are unpredictable and can run ...