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A photo of mule deer next to a photo of a whitetail.

Mule Deer vs Whitetail

In areas where the two species overlap, knowing which is which becomes critical. Here are the five tell-tale signs for distinguishing mule deer from whitetails
ByScott Bestul
Dec 11, 2025
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