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© Photograph Compliments of: Ron Olson
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Deer-another beautiful creature. But with urban sprawl their habitat of deep
woods that they love so much is becoming scarce. They may become a
nuisance when
we find them in our yards eating from fruit trees or munching on our flower
beds or gardens.
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Estimated statewide population of deer 800,000 (Fall 1997)
Health Concerns
 | Humans can catch a sickness called Lyme Disease from the deer
tick. |
Eating Habits / Concerns
| Whitetail deer are herbivores or plant eaters. When a deer's
habitat becomes smaller because of human development, deer will often eat
food from gardens and yards. They like to feed in early morning
hours and late afternoons. |
Common Plants Deer Eat
| Green Plants |
| Corn |
| Acorns and Other Nuts |
| Buds and Twigs |
Habitat
Deer prefer heavily wooded areas or swamps to live in. A deer's
home range is usually less than one square mile.
Reproduction
They mate in November, and the babies (usually 1-3) are born about
six months from the date of conception.
і "Natureworks", Natureworks Website,
White-Tailed Deer.
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES |
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| Department of Natural Resources (DNR) |
(651) 296-6157 - Metro |
| 500 Lafayette Road |
(800) 766-6000 - Toll Free |
| St. Paul, MN 55155-4040 |
www.dnr.state.mn.us |
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Last Updated: 07/09/08 |
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