It’s not uncommon to run across a deer in southern Indiana during the winter, but where do they go during a snowstorm?
I live right next to a cornfield, so I get my fair share of deer sightings throughout the winter. Some are certainly more tranquil than others, as they tend to have an unwavering desire to cross the road at night when I’m coming home from the studio. Thankfully, I’ve never struck one (knock on wood). That said, during Winter Storm Blair, deer sightings around my home were much less frequent than usual. It got me thinking: where do these creatures hide out during rough weather?
Where Do Deer Go When It Snows?
According to the Lloyd Center for the Environment, deer are warm-blooded animals and need to maintain their body temperature in order to survive. During the winter months, deer use their fur to insulate themselves from the cold. In fact, the outer layer of their fur is made up of long, hollow hairs that trap heat, while the undercoat consists of shorter, denser hairs that provide additional insulation. How cool is that? Additionally, deer have a thick layer of fat under their skin that helps keep them warm…