What is typically identified as a "typical" deer in Missouri?

In Missouri, a "typical" deer is most commonly understood to be a male deer that displays the characteristic antler shape and size associated with the species. This refers to a buck that has developed antlers according to the expected standards of age, genetics, and growth patterns typical for deer in the region. Male deer, or bucks, generally grow antlers that are used for display during mating season and as tools for establishing dominance among other males. The distinctive features of a "typical" buck, such as the number of points and the overall shape of the antlers, are important for hunters and wildlife enthusiasts.

In contrast, a deer without antlers is not representative of the standard male deer, while a young fawn or a doe with offspring does not meet the criteria for what is typically identified as a "typical" deer in the context of hunting or wildlife observation in Missouri. These different categories of deer hold their own significance, but they do not embody the defining characteristics of a "typical" deer that hunters and wildlife officials often reference.