Transactions of the Western Section of the Wildlife Society1973, Volume 9 |
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Year | 1973 |
Volume | 9 |
Title | North Kings Fawn Production and Survival: A Progress Report |
Author(s) | Hal Salwasser |
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The results of research on the when, where, and why of fawn mortality in the North Kings Deer Herd is discussed. The "Late Gestation Nutrition Stress" hypothesis is presented as a possible explanation for early fawn loss. Other factors influencing fawn mortality are mentioned, and future direction of the study is outlined. |