Translation: Snow Deer.
And, as evidenced in this photo, we've been on the receiving end of snow accumulation and winter/spring weather events.
Whitetail deer sport a uniquely adapted winter coat that
includes coarser outer guard hairs for added insulation. The insulating qualities are so efficient
that snow falling upon a deer doesn't even melt. Furthermore, the dull brownish-grey winter coat this time
of year is superb camouflage.
The whitetail deer is a remarkably adaptable animal - all the way down to below zero.
As the days grow longer, hormonal changes will kick-in for the resident whitetails and they'll shed their winter coats.
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