Recent Ask the Biologist
What’s the Best Shot?
By Bob Humphrey
Shoulder or vitals, a well-placed shot should result in a clean harvest.
QUESTION: I’ve always been taught to aim for the vitals on a deer. Last year I went down South where some of the locals talked about a shoulder shot and how it’s ... READ MORE
He Wore Brown Velvet
By Bob Humphrey
If you like antlers with fuzz, you might have to travel.
QUESTION: I’ve always wanted to shoot a buck in velvet, but by the time our archery season begins most of the bucks have shed. What can I do to tick this off my bucket list?
ANSWER:... READ MORE
It Is Decidedly So
By Bob Humphrey
Sometimes getting an answer from Bob is like consulting a Magic 8 Ball.
QUESTION: I’ve been getting pictures of a pretty good buck on my trail cameras this summer, and I hope he’ll still be around during hunting season. What are the ch... READ MORE
Just One Week
By Bob Humphrey
There’s no specific best time to take vacation during a long gun season.
QUESTION: Our state has a month-long gun season in November. I’m planning on using a week of vacation time for this upcoming deer season but I’m wondering w... READ MORE
Danger Everywhere
By Bob Humphrey
Deer fawns have to worry about predation, and a whole host of other dangers.
QUESTION: I saw two fawns, but one of them had an unusual thing happening to both of its shoulders. Do you know what’s happening to this sweet animal?
ANSWER: Th... READ MORE