Jun 23, 2026 · Angela Montana
The Latest on Montana’s Mule Deer: Warm Winter, Baby Boom, but Population is Still Loading
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently completed their spring aerial survey, revealing mixed results for Region 5. While fawn survival was high due to a mild winter, adult deer populations remain low. Areas like Roundup showed increased numbers, but places like Red Lodge hit historic lows due to disease management efforts.