Can you Spot the Deer?

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Can you spot the deer in this photo?

• In the fall, White-tailed deer trade their reddish summer coat for fur which is a grayish-brown color, allowing them to blend in well with the winter woodlands.
• Their fur also helps to insulate them against the cold.
  • The outer layer of fur is long and hollow, trapping heat next to their bodies and their undercoat is made up of shorter, denser hairs that provides extra insulation.
  • Plus a thick lay of fat under the skin also helps to keep them warm.
• Usually most active at dawn and dusk, White-tailed deer may need to spend more time searching for food during the leaner winter months, including during the day.
• Fall is also their breeding season, which can make them more distracted and less aware of their surroundings, including roads and cars, so drive safely!

To learn more about White-Tailed Deer in Illinois, click here.