Spring rains in Missouri have a big influence on whitetail deer, especially in terms of fawning success, habitat quality, and herd health. Here’s how those rains play into the broader picture:🌧️ 1. Fawning Season TimingIn Missouri, most whitetail does drop fawns between late May and mid-June —
In February, whitetail deer at Record Breaking Ranch are in the midst of winter, greatly influencing their behavior and lifestyle. Here’s what you can typically expect from whitetail deer in this month:1. DietForaging: During February, food is often scarce, especially in regions that experience
As winter blankets the landscape at Record Breaking Ranch, whitetail deer adapt to the harsh conditions with remarkable resilience. During this frosty season, these graceful creatures rely on their thick fur and fat reserves to keep warm. Their winter coats, which become denser and more insulated
During snowfall at Record Breaking Ranch, whitetail deer adapt their behaviors to survive harsh winter conditions. These deer seek shelter in dense vegetation to protect themselves from the cold and wind. They often congregate in areas with thick cover, such as thickets or evergreen trees, which
The beginning of the whitetail rut at Record Breaking Ranch is one of the most exciting times in the deer lifecycle, signaling the start of their breeding season. It’s most definitely one of the most exciting times here at Record Breaking Ranch. The onset of the rut is typically triggered by
Mr. Hill came out to enjoy his ranch for a few days and ended up locking in on the “logo buck”! He was a crafty buck. Tom said, “He kept showing up wherever I wasn’t sitting!” This buck escaped the crosshairs of 5 different hunters before Tom’s arrival. He disappeared from his original stomping
At RBR, a whitetail deer’s antlers can grow exceptionally large due to a combination of genetics, nutrition, age, and overall health. Here’s a breakdown of the key factors that influence the size of a whitetail buck’s antlers:1. GeneticsGenetic Blueprint: A buck’s potential to grow large antlers is
The elk rut is the annual breeding season for elk at Record Breaking Ranch, typically occurring from mid-September to mid-October. During this time, bulls (male elk) compete for the attention of cows (female elk) and engage in dramatic behaviors driven by the urge to mate. The rut is an exciting
Missouri whitetail deer bucks typically shed their velvet in late August through September. This process is a significant part of their annual cycle at RBR and is closely tied to the changes in their behavior, physical condition, and social dynamics as they prepare for the upcoming rut (breeding
