Mississippi State Land Mammal | White-tailed Deer - State …
WEBMississippi designated the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) as official state land mammal in 1974 (along with Mississippi's state water mammal, the bottlenose dolphin). In 1997 the red fox was also recognized as a mammal symbol of Mississippi.
White-Tailed Deer - Mississippi State University Extension Service
WEB2 days ago · Learn about the history, management, and hunting of white-tailed deer in Mississippi, the most popular game species in the state. Find publications, news, and events related to deer forages, genetics, nutrition, and chronic wasting disease.
Discover the 10 Official State Animals of Mississippi
WEBJul 29, 2023 · The white-tailed deer, scientifically known as Odocoileus virginianus, is officially recognized as one of the state mammals of Mississippi. The white-tailed deer symbolizes a unique combination of grace and power. This majestic creature embodies peace, strength, fertility, prosperity, and energy.
Critter of the Month: White-Tailed Deer | Mississippi State …
WEBSep 30, 2021 · The white-tailed deer is one of the most popular game species in Mississippi. We have over 2 million white-tailed deer in the state, and we rank second behind Texas for the densest population of deer in the nation.
Mississippi State Land Mammal: White-tailed Deer
WEBLearn about the white-tailed deer, the official state land mammal of Mississippi, adopted in 1974. Find out its physical characteristics, food habits, reproduction, behavior, and distribution in the state.
What do Deer Eat? - Mississippi State University
WEBLearn what white-tailed deer eat and how they select forages based on their anatomy, behavior, and physiology. Find out how diet changes with seasonal variations in forage abundance, quality, and metabolic needs.
White Tailed Deer - Mississippi Encyclopedia
WEBWhite-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) are an important recreational and economic resource in Mississippi. They are the most hunted game species in the state, with an annual economic impact of more than $150 million. Today, Mississippi has an estimated 1.75 million white-tailed deer, with populations in every county. Not too long ago, however, they were virtually […]
Mississippi Symbols - harrison.lib.ms.us
WEBLearn about the white-tailed deer, red fox, bottlenose dolphin, and wood duck, the four official mammals of Mississippi. Find out their characteristics, habitats, and how they were chosen as state symbols.
Mississippi State Mammal - White-Tailed Deer | The 50 United …
WEBThe White-tailed Deer, designated as the official state mammal of Mississippi, holds a prominent place in the state's natural heritage. These graceful and adaptable creatures are celebrated for their distinctive white tail and their prevalence throughout Mississippi's diverse ecosystems.
MSU deer study finds some are travelers, others homebodies
WEBOct 29, 2021 · STARKVILLE, Miss.—As Mississippi hunters wonder where all the bucks have gone, Mississippi State University Deer Lab scientists are looking for answers. White-tailed deer hunting is big business in the Magnolia State, annually contributing almost $1 billion to the Mississippi economy.