Fawning season is upon us, and motorists, outdoor users should take note

With does now in the middle of fawning season, another period of high seasonal deer movement is underway, proving that there is no off-season for being diligent about deer crossing the roads.   
As does approach the last few days of their pregnancy, they drive away last year’s offspring as they search for isolation to safely give birth to this year’s fawns. By chasing away all other deer, she can decrease the chances of attracting predators by having additional animals in the immediate area, allow the newborn fawn(s) to imprint on her alone, and be able to devote more attention to her helpless offspring.

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