Understanding White-tailed Deer and Their Impact on Indiana Woodlands

Deer are an essential part of our ecosystems, but the phenomenon of too many deer should be of concern to forest landowners and the public in general. Deer are a "keystone" species, meaning their browsing can impact forest and wildlife communities. It is clear that when deer become overabundant, their impact on the environment can be problematic. But by understanding the impacts deer have on our woodlands, their food preferences, and how to assess and evaluate impacts in your woodlands, we can begin to address the problems caused by overabundant deer.

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FNR-640-W Monitoring White-tailed Deer and Their Impact on Indiana Woodlands
FNR-641-W Managing White-tailed Deer Impacts on Indiana Woodlands
Introduction to White-tailed Deer Impacts on Indiana Woodlands