Odocoileus virginianus
Typical Season
October - October
Permit Type
OTC & Draw
42 OTC, 2 draw
Huntable States
45 states
Average Weight
200.00 lbs
North America's most popular game animal. Extremely adaptable with the widest range of any North American big game species.
Extremely adaptable - agricultural areas, hardwood forests, river bottoms, transition zones, suburban areas. Found from sea level to 10,000+ ft.
Pre-rut (late October) and peak rut (November) offer the best action. Focus on travel corridors between bedding and feeding areas.
Tree stand hunting over trails and food sources. Spot and stalk in broken terrain. Rattling and calling during rut. Focus on terrain funnels.
B&C Entry: 170" (typical), 195" (non-typical). P&Y Minimum: 125" (typical).
Scientific Name
Odocoileus virginianus
Average Weight
200.00 lbs
Category
big game
Status
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