Precision of descriptors for percent marrow fat content for White-tailed Deer, Odocoileus viriginianus
January 1, 2008
Based on 168 records of both verbal descriptors of White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) femur-marrow fat and percentage of fat measured later, "gelatinous" served well to distinguish fat < 46% from higher percentages. "Waxy" distinguished fat > 56%.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2008 |
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Title | Precision of descriptors for percent marrow fat content for White-tailed Deer, Odocoileus viriginianus |
Authors | L. D. Mech |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Canadian Field-Naturalist |
Index ID | 70035625 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center |