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Coyotes Canis latrans are novel predators throughout the southeastern United States and their depredation of white-tailed deer Odocoileus virginianus neonates may explain observed declines in some deer populations in the region, but direct evidence for such a relationship is lacking. From to , we radio-monitored 91 neonates captured with the aid of vaginal implant transmitters in pregnant adult females and opportunistic searches. Overall Kaplan—Meier survival rate to 16 weeks of age was 0.

Our best-fitting model estimated survival at 0. This model included a quadratic time trend variable lowest survival rate during the first week of life and increasing to near 1. The level of coyote-induced mortality we observed is consistent with the low recruitment rates exhibited in the SRS deer population since establishment of coyotes at the site.

If representative of recruitment rates across South Carolina, current harvest levels appear unsustainable. This understanding is consistent with the recent declining trend in the statewide deer population. The effects of coyote predation on recruitment should be considered when setting harvest goals, regardless of whether local deer population size is currently above or below desired levels, because coyotes can substantially reduce fawn recruitment.

In an ongoing effort to be fiscally responsible, the Southern Research Station SRS will no longer produce and distribute hard copies of our publications. Electronic versions of publications may be downloaded, printed, and distributed. Publications Menu. Authors: Kilgo, John C. Citation: Kilgo, John C. Predation by coyotes on white-tailed deer neonates in South Carolina. The Journal of Wildlife Management.

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  Recent localized declines in white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) populations in the southeastern United States have been linked to increasing predation pressure from coyotes . Apr 21,  · Despite this, the deer population has remained stable for many years. Rhode Island: 18, White-tail deer have bounced back from near extinction in Rhode Island. South . Mar 18,  · Abstract. Coyotes (Canis latrans) are novel predators throughout the southeastern United States and their depredation of white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) neonates .    

 

SCDNR - Species: White-tailed Deer.White-tailed Deer - Town of Kiawah Island

    During the deer season it is estimated that a total of , bucks and 90, does were harvested for a statewide total of , deer (Table 1). This. South Carolina Deer Population: A state estimate of , deer in About , deer in and An estimated , deer in