Learn how Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks manages mule deer through the work of area biologist Sonja Andersen. From aerial surveys and fawn recruitment to harvest data, habitat conditions, and ongoing research, biologists draw on multiple sources of information to build a clearer picture of each herd and the landscape it depends on. These insights help track population changes, assess survival, and guide hunting season recommendations.
The video also provides context for FWP's Mule Deer Management Plan. Discover how the information biologists gather on the ground helps inform the broader decisions shaping mule deer management across Montana.
