The Whitetail Deer is a medium sized kind of deer ( class 4). They can also leap over obstacles as high as 2.70 m (8.9 ft).' ― In-Game Description They do not pose a threat to humans and can run up to speeds of 75 km (47 mi) per hour when scared. Here they feed on a variety of plant species varying from grasses and leaves to various crops, wildflowers. They thrive in mixed and deciduous woodlands, forested wetlands and woods boring farmlands. Whitetails are highly adaptive herbivores. Bucks weigh in from 45 - 100 kg (100 - 275 lb) and also develop medium-sized antlers that can branch into several points along one main beam. Its fur color ranges from red-brown to grey-brown. It is a medium-sized deer, characterized by the white underside of its tail that can easily be seen when the deer is alarmed. Any other shots will likely lead to a very long chase, and as fox are very quick and quiet, and also extremely cautious, you will have a hard time chasing it down.' The whitetail deer is one of the most common native deer species in North America with a population numbering in the millions.

You must out-wait the fox to be successful in hunting one.Īs with any game, making sure you're downwind of your target is always beneficial, and with the Red Fox using the scent eliminator is highly recommended.Ī heart (11), lung (12) or spinal (1-10) shot will ensure a quick demise for your target. You may be convinced the fox has left the area, but don't be fooled they make very little noise, and will approach extremely slowly.

Once in position, call twice and be patient. Calling too often will spook Red Fox 1-2 calls in a 60 second period is usually sufficient to gain and hold its attention.Īs they have such keen eyesight, the hunter is advised to be in a prone position while waiting for the fox to arrive finding a rock on which to lay is advantageous to prevent yourself from losing too much sight of the area around you.

Like coyote, they will circle around and approach from a different angle than the one they had initially heard the call from, stopping often to test the air and listen. Red Fox are also extremely cautious about approaching a call sound, and will take their time scoping the area out to ensure there is nothing unsafe about it. In addition to their highly-tuned sense of smell and hearing, their eyesight is very keen, and they will easily spot any hunter who is not in a prone position. Red Fox can be a challenging hunt for the novice hunter, as they are highly aware of their surroundings and supremely on guard for any wayward noises or scents.

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