About The High-Stakes Capture of White-Tailed Deer | Ivan Carter
High in the frozen heartlands of South Dakota, Ivan Carter and a specialized team of biologists and pilots braves temperatures reaching -21°F to perform one of the most dangerous jobs in wildlife management. This documentary follows the high-stakes mission of capturing white-tailed deer using helicopter-mounted net guns to ensure the survival of the species. From the tactical precision of the aerial capture to the grueling hands-on medical processing in the snow, this footage provides an look at what it takes to manage a population of over a thousand radio-collared deer. Experience the raw power of the South Dakota prairie and the dedication of those working on the front line to preserve nature for the next generation.
The High-Stakes Capture of White-Tailed Deer | Ivan Carter is presented by Real Wild. Its listed runtime is 22 minutes. The source link and publisher attribution are provided with the embedded film.
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- Title
- The High-Stakes Capture of White-Tailed Deer | Ivan Carter
- Category
- Society
- Runtime
- 22 minutes
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Real Wild
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