DNR Charts on Antler Points
Bill Moritz
August 9, 1999
Average percentage (and range) of yearling bucks protected by various antler point restriction rules in the three regions of Michigan, 1987-98. A yearling buck is approximately 18 months of age at time of harvest. Information derived from deer check station data from all hunting seasons. A rule requiring at least 3 points on one side would protect animals with 4 total points or less, since an animal with 5 total points would have at least 3 points on one side.
|
RULE |
Upper Peninsula |
Northern Lower Peninsula |
Southern Lower Peninsula |
|
No spike |
49% (37-57) |
42% (36-48) |
10% (8-13) |
|
At least 3 points on one side |
82% (75-86) |
73% (67-79) |
32% (27-37) |
|
At least 4 points on one side |
96% (94-97) |
93% (91-96) |
69% (62-75) |
Average percentage (and range) of adult bucks (yearling and older) protected by various antler point restriction rules in the three regions of Michigan, 1987-98. Information derived from deer check station data from all hunting seasons.
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RULE |
Upper Peninsula |
Northern Lower Peninsula |
Southern Lower Peninsula |
|
No spike |
26% (18-32) |
29% (25-33) |
7% (6-9) |
|
At least 3 points on one side |
48% (35-55) |
54% ( 49-59) |
24% (20-27) |
|
At least 4 points on one side |
66% (57-73) |
76% (73-80) |
53% (48-58) |
Bill Moritz
August 9, 1999
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