Idaho Fish and Game biologists have spent decades counting and monitoring deer and elk populations including when, where, and how animals die. It’s a critical part of understanding all facets of wildlife management, and a common question is often, “what kills the most deer and elk?”
December 28, 2022
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State of Deer and Elk: Understanding survival and mortality causes help IDFG manage populations
Big game survival tends to be high, but knowing what kills them is a key for sustainable harvest and management