EP 126:  Deer Evolution and Natural History

EP 126: Deer Evolution and Natural History

Author: Randy Newberg February 28, 2020 Duration: 1:18:16
In this Episode (126) returning guest, Jim Heffelfinger talks about the many deer species/subspecies in America.  Topics include evolution of deer, mule deer, whitetails, blacktails, Coues, isolation changes, true subspecies, adaptability, cross-breeding, competition among species, likelihood of expansion and contraction of native ranges, and many other topics that touch on the natural history of our most beloved ungulates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step into the world of Hunt Talk Radio with host Randy Newberg for conversations that go far beyond the trophy. This is a podcast rooted in the reality of public land hunting, where the politics of conservation, access debates, and the gritty how-to of wilderness pursuit are all on the table. Randy connects with seasoned hunters whose names might not be famous but whose experience is profound, pulling questions directly from the community's own Hunt Talk forum to drive the discussion. You'll hear practical tactics dissected, hard-won perspectives shared, and the complex relationship between hunters, wildlife, and habitat explored without filter. It’s a blend of education, sportsmanship, and advocacy, often venturing into the nuanced corners of the lifestyle that you won't find in mainstream outdoor media. Listen for an authentic, deep-diving dialogue that respects the tradition while tackling its modern challenges, all through the unfiltered voice of Randy Newberg and the guests who live this life.
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EP 112: Shane Mahoney's Optimistic Future [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:49
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EP 110:  Big Idea to Final Product in the Hunting World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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EP 109: Archery Muleys and Spring Black Bears [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:47:31
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Duration: 26:53
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Duration: 2:19:42
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EP 107:  Animal Recovery with Blood Tracking Dogs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:27
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Duration: 27:19
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Duration: 2:06:38
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