Can you Spot the Deer?
Friday, December 15, 2023
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.
To learn more about White-Tailed Deer in Illinois, click here.