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The Midnight Sanctuary: Why Deer Chose My Yard
7 Feb 2026

The Midnight Sanctuary: Why Deer Chose My Yard

by Otter Creek | posted in: Rural Living, Whitetail Deer | 0

A quiet look at the three whitetail deer that settled into my yard last night, and the survival science behind their “bedroom” choice.

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