Most people who live in the United States have seen a few deer roaming the wilderness. After all, there are roughly 35 million deer in North America. While several native deer species call the U.S. home, you’re probably most familiar with the iconic and ubiquitous white-tailed deer. These critters are the representative animal (or mammal) for 13 states and served as the inspiration for Disney’s “Bambi.” So, let’s learn more about them.
Whether you like to hunt deer or watch them from your front porch, these five interesting deer facts will pique your curiosity. Here’s what you should know about these animals.
Plus, learn about the fascinating muntjac deer here.