Wildlife case study time… 🦌🔍 During the rut in Rocky Mountain National Park, this mule deer buck locked onto a doe with intense cheek swelling on both sides. It looked almost like she was holding air—or hiding a secret. If YOU had to give a diagnosis, what would you say? Abscess? Injury? Dental issue? Rut-related swelling? I’m curious what this community thinks. #muledeerbuck #muledeer #deerrut #rmnp #UntamedNature #wildlifereels #coloradowildlife #rockymountainhigh #naturetherapy #foryoupageシ

Do you know all of the distinguishing features that set mule deer and white-tailed deer apart? Watch the video and let us know. | Wyoming Game and Fish Department