How old is this buck? I think he’s four years old.

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How old do you think this buck is I\’m thinking about 4

Dustin,

That’s a nice looking buck!  It’s very tough to estimate the age of bucks when they are quartering away from the camera. I can’t see where his neck merges with his chest or if his belly and back sag. It’s also helpful to know where the buck is from – the quality of habitat.  Just like humans, the bodies of deer living in areas of poor habitat age quicker than those living in better quality habitat.

Enjoy creation,

grant

December 13, 2015