White-tailed deer represent “abundance and significance” to South Carolina’s “ecosystem and cultural heritage.” Act Number 1335 made the white-tailed deer the official animal of South Carolina.

White-tailed deer are among the most abundant big game animals in North America. They are practically everywhere, found in widespread distribution across the continent, with their numbers only growing ...

Choosing a mammal to represent a state can be difficult. Strong reasons for selection may relate to the animal’s majesty, the strength it exudes, or the state’s history with the species. Some places ...