What is considered a trophy fallow buck?
To achieve bronze medal status, a Fallow buck trophy should have an antler length of about 60 cm, brow tines of about 16 cm, palmation length of around 30 cm, with the width of palmation being around 14 cm.
In which season do deer in New Zealand cast their antlers?
The South Island of New Zealand has continued for some time to provide world records in red stag trophy sizes. Stags are hunted generally from February to September. The rut, or “roar” is from late March to late April when red stag trophies are mostly sought. Antlers drop around August-September.
How long does the rutting season last?
Myth #5: The primary rut lasts about a month. “The rut there lasted nearly four months,” he says. “In contrast, we studied a more balanced deer herd in Georgia and found that 95 percent of does were bred within a four-week period, with 50 to 60 percent of that breeding occurring during a 10-day spike.”
How do you attract fallow deer?
The Antler Rattler is the lure for Fallow deer. You will get it quickly after a small amount of hunting.
Where do you shoot a fallow deer?
When hunting for venison, it is best to aim just slightly behind the shoulder and just above centre. This shot puts the projectile through the lungs, but does not usually damage the shoulder meat. If the deer is undisturbed, this shot will normally drop it in its tracks, but occasionally they may run a short distance.
What time of year do stags shed their antlers?
When do deer shed their antlers? Red cast their antlers in February-March, sika in March-May, fallow in April-May, muntjac in May-June and roe in November-December. Antlers can be cast one at a time or, if you are lucky, a pair can be found close together.
Where do bucks bed during the rut?
3. Community Property. In farm country, rutting bucks will take advantage of any bit of cover as they move about the countryside. Irrigation ditches, hedgerows, fence lines and creek beds immediately come to mind.
Does warm weather delay the rut?
Although the rut will still take place whether there is warm weather or not, much of the breeding will often take place under the cover of darkness, during cooler temperatures. Because of daytime breeding opportunities being squashed by warmer temperatures it, is critical that you learn to maximize your daytime sits.
How do you hunt fallow in the rut?
Maximize the rut The important part is to be aware of areas that are holding deer. One of the best ways to determine where bucks are hanging out is to listen for their vocalizations. Fallow bucks will grunt, snort, and call heavily during this period to attract females as well as intimidate other bucks.
What call attracts fallow deer?
theHunter: Call of the Wild™ The Antler Rattler is the lure for Fallow deer.