whitetail deer

Common North American cervid

Whitetail deer are a species of deer native to the Americas, named for the white underside of their tail, which flashes conspicuously when raised in alarm.

They are the most common large wild mammal in North America, familiar to hunters, drivers, and suburban gardeners whose plants they devour.

Also called white-tailed deer or simply whitetail.

Opposites
deer species contrast

whitetail deermoose

Largest cervid, northern forests

elk · mule deer · caribou · red deer · roe deer

predator-prey relationship

whitetail deerwolf

Wild pack canine

mountain lion · cougar · coyote · black bear · bobcat

wildlife management status

whitetail deerendangered species

Organisms facing extinction risk

whooping crane · California condor · gray wolf · Florida panther

Family

white, tail, deer, whiteness, tailbone

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G