Landowner

Whitetail deer, in particular, have proven to be extremely adaptable animals. In spite of continued loss of habitat due to modern development, the whitetail continues to flourish. This adaptability has proven to be a double-edged sword, for as civilization removes natural predators from the equation, nature becomes less able to control whitetail deer populations. Like any species of wildlife, they require adequate food, water, cover, and living space in a suitable arrangement to ensure their healthy survival. For a single mature whitetail, "adequate food" is sometimes defined as 12 to 14 pounds of vegetation each day!

The result in many urban areas is an increased incidence of auto-deer collisions, increased damage to gardens and ornamental shrubbery, and an increased risk of Lyme disease.