About the White-tailed Deer

The white-tailed deer is a medium-sized deer native to North and South America. Known for their reddish-brown summer coat that turns grayish in winter, these deer get their name from the distinctive white underside of their tail, which they raise as a warning flag when alarmed. White-tailed deer are excellent jumpers, capable of leaping up to 30 feet in a single bound. They are herbivores, feeding on a variety of plants, fruits, and nuts. Bucks (male deer) grow and shed their antlers annually, using them for displays of dominance and fighting during the mating season.