In Quebec, the White Tailed Deer is commonly confused with the Roe Deer, an error which has been passed down by our European ancestors
Retour aux pensionnairesDespite being larger than the Roe Deer, the White Tailed Deer is the smallest of the deer species (Cervidae) in North America, with its weight varying between 50 kg & 136kg.
Within the White Tailed Deer family it is the males which have antlers. On very rare occasions it is possible for females to have antlers, but these will be considerably smaller than her male counterparts. Antlers are a sign of health. The larger & more imposing the antlers the healthier the deer. Antlers are also an excellent means for a female to choose a mate with whom to reproduce. After the rut, the reproduction season has been completed, and in common with the moose, the deer’s antlers will fall and a new set will grow in spring.
Did you know that the Roe Deer is a type of deer, smaller than the White Tailed Deer, present in Europe & Asia but not in North America.
Females, known as Does, generally give birth in May or June. They can give birth to 1 to 3 fawns. During their first 5 to 6 weeks, fawns are hidden by the mother doe and she will only visit them to breastfeed. It is often said that the fawns spend more time alone than with their mother. It is completely normal to find them alone. When you see one, do not touch it. Make a note of the location where you found it and continue on with your business. If you come back an hour or two later there is a strong chance the mother has already hidden the young fawn elsewhere due to having smelled your presence
