White-Tailed Deer Facts

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What distinguishes male white-tail deer in the summer and fall?

Their prominent set of antlers (correct)

Their reddish-brown coats

Their smaller ears compared to Mule Deer

Their white underside of the tail

Why are white-tailed deer named 'white-tailed'?

Their antlers that grow annually

The white underside of their tail which they display when sensing danger (correct)

Because of their smaller ears compared to Mule Deer

Due to their reddish-brown coats

What happens to the antlers of white-tailed deer in winter?

They become more prominent

They grow larger

They change color to white

They fall off (correct)

How much do white-tailed deer typically weigh?

110 to 300 lbs (50 to 136 kg) Signup and view all the answers

What physical feature of white-tailed deer is considerably smaller than that of Mule Deer?

Ears Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of barbules on a feather?

To lock the barbs together Signup and view all the answers

How are birds classified?

Based on their feeding habits and types of beaks Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of binoculars in bird identification?

To make distant objects look larger and closer Signup and view all the answers

What does a contour feather do?

Hide the down feathers near the bird's body Signup and view all the answers

How do prairie-chicken males attract females during spring?

By making a deep, hollow sound to attract mates Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary agricultural crop in the state?

Corn Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of land measurement equal to 43,560 square feet?

Acre Signup and view all the answers

What compound is found in bones, teeth, and shells?

Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'camouflage' refer to in animals?

Protective coloring Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition of being helpless and naked when hatched?

Altricial Signup and view all the answers

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