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Entries for July 2018
Not a Licking Branch!
By Bob Humphrey
Not all rut interaction by bucks is violent, and it’s likely more significant than you think. QUESTION: Last fall during the rut, I saw two bucks approach each other in a greenfield. Rather than fighting, they licked each other’s ears and face. Why would they do this? — Kevin M. ANSWER: The behavior you observed is not all that un... READ MORE
Just Ask Alice
By Bob Humphrey
Have you ever wondered about the white mushrooms you see in the woods? QUESTION: I’ve seen deer eating white mushrooms in the pine forest. Are those mushrooms good for human consumption? — Duane F. ANSWER: I’m going to offer a vague answer. The reason is that some mushrooms are edible, while others are not. More important, some ar... READ MORE
The Ears Have It
By Bob Humphrey
Strange presence of blood makes hunter leery of eating his harvest. QUESTION: I killed a buck that has dried blood in his ears. I noticed it about 5 minutes after I walked up to him. I know for sure it was not caused by my bullet. Is this buck fit for consumption? ANSWER: I’m guessing by now you’ve figured out the answer to your questio... READ MORE
Date Night
By Bob Humphrey
Good luck trying to pinpoint the rut, especially in Louisiana! QUESTION: When is the buck rut in Area 4, southeast Louisiana in top right southern section near both Mississippi lines? — Alan J. ANSWER: We typically don’t get this specific with our Q&As but yours is a good example of why that’s the case, so I’ll give it a... READ MORE