I know....too many bucks, what's that about, right! Hear me out.
Last couple years I have noticed we go from a good population of does and bucks, likely more bucks than does, to fewer of each this time of year. Then they seem to return when it gets colder again.
I know from cameras on the property that as of 2 weeks ago we had about 12 different bucks ( 3-4 shooters) routinely roaming around. Now, seems like less of each in what should be decent action from at least the younger bucks. Also seems like much fewer does too.
In my head I am thinking that it could be that the does get sick of being pestered and leave until it calms down. But I also have a hard time believing that they could be pushed off their home turf by a bunch if 1.5-3.5 yr old bucks trying to get some action.
We are hunting but not tromping through bedding areas and generally only hunt every 2-3 days to limit pressure. We have 120 ac with plots, cover, and terrain......I'm confused! Haha!
Anyone experience this or have any thoughts?
Last couple years I have noticed we go from a good population of does and bucks, likely more bucks than does, to fewer of each this time of year. Then they seem to return when it gets colder again.
I know from cameras on the property that as of 2 weeks ago we had about 12 different bucks ( 3-4 shooters) routinely roaming around. Now, seems like less of each in what should be decent action from at least the younger bucks. Also seems like much fewer does too.
In my head I am thinking that it could be that the does get sick of being pestered and leave until it calms down. But I also have a hard time believing that they could be pushed off their home turf by a bunch if 1.5-3.5 yr old bucks trying to get some action.
We are hunting but not tromping through bedding areas and generally only hunt every 2-3 days to limit pressure. We have 120 ac with plots, cover, and terrain......I'm confused! Haha!
Anyone experience this or have any thoughts?