In recent years, there have been several studies conducted by wildlife biologists over fawn mortality rates caused by natural predation. Many experts believe that whitetail fawns account for nearly 80 percent of a coyote’s diet during the late spring and summer months in some areas. This video clearly shows just how aggressive these four-legged predators can be toward vulnerable fawns.

Luckily, a curious bystander was able to spook the hungry predators and temporarily save the young deer from becoming a coyote sandwich. In most cases, a fawn facing this dark predicament would have never survived such an encounter. This is exactly why hardcore whitetail hunters should take an active role and save some fawns inside of their favorite hunting areas right now. The summer months can be the perfect time to declare an all out war on these canine predators (in states where it's legal to hunt coyotes year-round, of course).  Here’s how to do it:

Thank God it’s spring. You and I are not the only creatures on the earth grateful the Spring Equinox arrived over the weekend. Take a look at these photos from my friend Cody Warne. Warne owns Warne Ranches a hunting operation in central South Dakota. If you’ve read this blog before you probably recall the name and it’s because his property is a wildlife Disney World. As you can see from the photos he focuses on pheasants (lots of them). He’s also a big buck guru and constantly oversees the deer on his land to ensure they reach maturity.

Are you like me? I’m always on the lookout for something a bit different in the taxidermy arena. I’m actually pretty conservative in the number of mounts in my home, but every few years I’m lucky enough to land a buck I feel deserves a location on my wall. My current craving is for pedestal wall mounts and companies like McKenzie Taxidermy Supply are doing a great job of providing new angles, twists and character throughout the lineup of their forms. Looking through their catalog or website is like kid wandering around a Toys R Us store. Something exciting is around every corner.

Most of us are beginning to wonder if this relentless winter is ever going to come to an end. Many parts of the country have been routinely blanketed with deep snows and icy temperatures. However, right now is the perfect time for diehard deer hunters and whitetail addicts to hit the woods for some late-season scouting.

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