A Deer Migration You Have to See to Believe | National Geographic
Researchers have only recently found the longest large mammal migration in the continental United States: Mule deer migrate 150 miles (241 kilometers) in western Wyoming each year. And it's no easy task for them-barriers include highways, fences, tough terrain, and bodies of water. In this video by Joe Riis, a National Geographic grantee and regular contributor, see the modern-day obstacles mule deer overcome to make the migratory trek that they likely have been making for generations.
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Those vocalizations while crossing water: "It's COLD! It's Effing COLD! Just do it!"
Wonderful documentary! Hope these routes are protected forever.
Some egotistical hunters gonna go there you already know
@@peabrain6872 These areas have hunted for years and the hunting community wants to protect these routes. We get the importance of proper wildlife management and know the importance of the research of same. The statement in this video that makes it sound like this is a new discovery is very misleading. The University of Wyoming and Wyoming Game and Fish have been well aware of this migration for a great many years. This is NOT a new discovery.
It will be thanks to hunters!
Wow!!!! That's so cool. It's not every day you get an intimate look at these animals and observe their behavior without human hunting pressure. I too was surprised by their vocalizations as they crossed the river. Kudos to the Wyoming Migration Initiative for undertaking such a valuable study. Supporting research projects like this is one of the reasons I joined RMEF. Well done!
Good!
In November 2023, I saw a 45 minutes documentary in an iMac theater at the Fleet Science museum on the migration of all the animals at Serengeti plains. It was a treat since I can't be there.
Hats off to the camera crew! It had to be overwhelming to figure out the migration route and get the cameras placed to get such awesome video. Please do more.
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In the early 1970s I was living in Alamosa Colorado and actually witnessed the migration through the valley, east of town one evening , and there were more than 500 mule deer in a massive body migrating towards the south. Could not believe the sea of antlers and bodies as they blocked the only main highway, while we were on the way to Walsenberg pass going to Trinidad. The local older people knew about this annual migration but never spoke of it. Have never seen anything like that since.
The quality of the photos is remarkable.
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They have $10k, even $100k worth of gear, so...
Love to see that we humans haven't left too big of a footprint yet,to where it stops beautiful,and natural things like this from happening. Great footage,thanks for sharing.
Good word (YET)
The population of migrating ungulates would be higher if it wasn’t for our human interference. Many probably break legs or get horns entangled because of the fencing and other obstacles we ignorantly place.
@@zizimycat False, it would be lower. We killed the wolves which kept the deer in check, now deer population has exploded.
@zizimycat but those individuals that do get through do so because they are more agile, better at problem solving, and/or more cautious of dangers and are the ones that pass on those traits. The ones that don't survive would be more likely to have offspring that also wouldn't be able to overcome those same obstacles. A good example of that where I live is how the whitetail handle roads. Most of the older deer know to be cautious of the roads and even go so far as to look both ways and either wait until it is clear or until traffic is stopped bothe ways before crossing. There are still deer that get hit, mostly during late summer/early fall when older fawns are starting to strike out on their own more and bucks are in rut. Still, as time goes on even though the deer population is gradually rising the number of deer being hit specifically in our area actually has gone down the past few years because the deer themselves are getting more road wise.
The vocalizations, are the youngun' asking "Are we There Yet?"
nom nom ,are we there yet ? 😊
"Not yet. Stop being annoying. "
@@needsbeer hey dont be mean or rude
That wasn't meant to be rude. It was meant as a caption for the video.
Hahaha!! "I swear I'll turn this migration around if you don't stop asking" my Dad if he was Migration leader lmao
Great job showing the migration . Hope this helps us understand how to keep these animals safe and plentiful .
Didn't a conservation group team up with a state group to build a bridge so the migrating deer could cross a major highway safely? Thought I read about it some place.
yes heres a nova video about it. www.pbs.org/video/2365717584/
The same in British Columbia Canada, they build tunnels under the highways or bridges over them and cover them in grass, rocks and trees to make it seem as natural as possible.
William Blowers Notice the old bucks have the ladies lead.
William Blowers Trump does't care about animals 😥😥😥
Many people have lived in the inner cities all their life and have not had the opportunity to watch a migration, so I personally am thankful this video brings to me such beauty.
Animals are amazing
It's people like you that make it possible for these animals to do their migration keep doing the good job
Let's not forget to give the much deserved credit to hunters, Wyoming Game and Fish as well as the wildlife biology community that spends countless time and countless dollars to maintain the wildlife in North America. Please lookup the Pittman-Robertson act and its importance to North American wildlife.
The impact of our fracturing and division of the land on local wildlife is enormous
Have you ever seen satellite pictures of land? Flown in planes over the country? Our footprint is tiny, and there is endless unclaimed and unused lands for deer to play. It's not as bad as you hippies always try to make it sound.
Stonemperor Yep, you're right. It's interesting, if you look at the southern tip of the migration route, you'll notice they're getting stuck at the highway.
@@gamebro511 Maybe in some parts of USA. Im sure some states are just like europe, 90% fenced and builded.
@@gamebro511 a footprint is a footprint it doesn’t matter the size but I understand your point
I agree. It was the first thing I noticed. Beyond ridiculous. The original peoples of these lands would never. Colonizers doing what colonizers know best without regard for the land and its inhabitants no matter the species. The time is up though…
Yes, I agree the vocalization made me go back 20 seconds to hear again and again to enjoy. Some of the babies were small. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Thank you National Geographic and all those who did this research...I love this....so precious
That was awesome! My only complaint would be the video was too short. Thank you for sharing!
it's a short migration !!
I was very impressed with the many huge wild-life flyover 'corridors' complete with upper and middle storey vegetation that cross most of The Netherlands' motorways when I stayed and rode around there in 2011-2012.
Amazing for sure. Thank you for posting
i absolutely love these short clips nat geo i binge watch them day by day
Amazing that they can still make it all that way in today's world.
It would take me about 8 days, taking into account I'd have to stop to sleep, eat, etc. Deer could eat along the way, at least.
I don't think you understand just how big America is
Really nice short film following interesting research. Is there a longer film available about the work?
I know about zebra and wildebeest migration...but deer migration!!! Woow amazing...fantastic natural show of the Earth...Story of the Nature ...Nature 'a pride with power !!! Excellent footage!!!!!!
I sppent my youth in south central Wyoming around elk mountain every other weekend. Saw lots of deer and antelope there. Is a nice place to live.
Roads and fences should never prevent animals from migrating. Crossing points should be put in place where necessary.
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+Pol DERP
+Pol Are you serious?
+Pol actually they plan on certain roads to allow these migrations to occur. however these road might come too late since a great deal of time will be needed to make these eco friendly roads. they will so provide more lane space for driving. america is in need of repairing infrastructure anyways, but this time there will be a great deal more science and ingenuity involved.
Exactly. The deer were there way before the fences were put in place. Man needs to work together with nature.
!Love to see some one cares for these magnificent creature
Truly amazing! Thank you showing this video
great video
I disagree
Ok
those deers are beautiful
Nature always finds a way!
Thats sort of stating the obvious though, seeing as how dead, extinct organisms are no longer biotic factors and therefore not considered nature. Cool vid.
In Maine we don't have migrations, but, seeing this in Wyoming is unreal, never knew about this, interesting, got to admit these deer should have help and help keeping their migration route open, great stuff and information.
It’s so amazing they travel such a long distance and survive with all the obstacles they go through. There so beautiful. Thank you for the video.
The Range of beautiful deer species thrill nature lovers, poets, photographers, and wilflife enthusiasts alike ❤
I wouldn’t say pretty amazing. I’d say EXTREMELY AMAZING!! Beautiful!
This is so amazing makes me tear up.
Ikr I love deers they are so intelligent and beautiful animals 🥺❤️.
Thank you for the work that you do. We are a VERY long way from understanding our planet and all those that we share it with.
This is SO AMAZING! Thank you for informing us of this migration and its challenges. Beautiful pics!
With the man came fences.
And video games, movies, books, science, space missions, sports, agriculture, and many other great things. What's your point? Do you think fences have had much of an impact on deer? It's not a big deal.
@@gamebro511 and pollution
Guns are dangerous and bullets are expensive
Yeah, women arent gonna build them lol
@@PoorMansPreparing Why say that
Thank you for posting this, and for bringing this daunting journey by such amazing creatures to our attention. We might be the top of the food chain, but we have much to learn from our other-species-neighbors with whom we share this planet. Hopefully-if we are truly as intelligent as we believe ourselves to be-we will find ways of using this knowledge to better the lot of these other species, and therefore, ultimately, ourselves.
Well said, thank you.
It's truly amazing! Deer are so beautiful!
Beautiful! Thank you
This is good information to share. So as landowners are building their fences and other barriers, they might consider installing RING door bells and cameras, for these migrating herds lol!! Seriously..technology could open and close gates as needed for these animals . I trucked through Wyoming a lot bak in the late 70s early '80s, and there was times the Interstate was littered with carcasses of antelope and deer, also Jack rabbits,. The state knows where these migration routes are and what roads/ interstates , pass through the animals routes.They need to build the land bridges through those areas,
Coram: Well, if the deer would use auto gates and bridges I expect the livestock would also.
This is one of the most informative videos I have ever seen. And without a doubt the best wildlife behavior video I've ever seen. My congratulations and appreciation go to those who funded it, did the field work and especially to the genius(es) who conceived it. Very, very nicely done.
Amazing video! thank you for all your hard work.
Excellent. Thank you National Geographic.
I grew up in this area. I have known about this migration my entire life. There are deer crossings, fences, and warning lights that have been in place for around 50 years to prevent road depredation during this migration. This feels like another urban PHD looking to get published and tell us something we already knew.
if you have know about it your entire life, WHY havent you or anyone in the area ever did anything to help these wild animals to be able to go on this journey, like talk to owners of land to put openings in fences , or a walkway that goes under or over highways, etc.. ANYTHING to help? Ohh thats right you are from wyoming and you think humans are more important than animals, f%$#&^% redneck
3:00 it sounded like the deer said "bruuuh"
Incredible, thank you.
Beautiful images with moving music gave me a new respect for the mule deer. Thanks for sharing.
This is excellent information. Landowners need to allow migratory animals, birds, bees and butterflies the freedom of movement and native plants to eat on their way.
How do ranchers keep their livestock from 'migrating' ?
@@jimhansen5395 There are clear and easy modern way to do that. One would be to keep them in large enclosures and transfer them from enclosure to enclosure as needed. It is a proven method. They don't need to use "public lands."
I’ve seen to many nice mule deer bucks tangled up in some of that fencing.
I love all kinds of animals, but I think deer truly are regal and elegant. Amazing!
Lovely video showing beautiful animals. Hope they travelled safely to their destination.
s exey girls
Most of them will. A few will not.
this is a little late but i bagged one of these deer the year this was released i have his head on my wall
I hope they run into me in a stand.
They won’t
Awesome video! Congratulations! It is amazing what we can discover when we stop to focus only on human beings and decide to turn it to nature.
the noises they are making are so GODDAMN cute xoxoxo !!!!!!
Meerrrp
meerrrp meerrrp boom.
2 wheeled demon merp......BOOM!
Emily Is Green Thats how they feel insured.
That explains the " Dogman " sightings throughout the area..following the food..very very interesting
Beautiful work. I think you should make more.
From NM. Absolutely LOVE Wyoming for hunting & recreation.
This is just amazing.I realize this video is old but it is new to me. Has any effort been made to have the fence builders make openings for them?
the buck at :34 is gorgeous
I just love these beautiful creatures. They're so sweet.
Great Scholar and the help and aid by the country. Marvelous
I see how this is an interesting and educational video.
Great video and lots of good info. I’m a hunter and know that some folks don’t understand my passion, thats o.k , life’s too short to knock each other.I know a lot of these areas and hope the private (and public) land owners will do their part to make sure this great resource can continue to be enjoyed by all.
Thank you for all your work
Incredible film, GREAT WORK !!! Pretty impressive video.
150 miles! That s incredible for a dear!
My grand dad Lived in Arkansas and had some walker hounds that he hunted dear with. One day they didn't come back. He got a call almost a month latter from a guy said he had his dogs. Grandad asked him where are you at ill come pick them up. The guy said Alabama! True story.
yeah but.....monarch butterflies migrate 2500 miles
Loved the video bra. You have my dream job. Life just threw me some curves. Im very knowledgeable of animals and they're behavior. Maybe its bot to late to finish up school and do what i would LOVE
It's very nice to see progress being made. I am hopeful and grateful.
Excellent cinematography! Enjoyed the footage...
Absolutely fantastic, Hall! What a really amazing story to come across in the course of doing a bit of research! The footage that you put together tells an incredible story on its own. It really makes you wonder how many other things that we have yet to discover about our own backyards. Maybe we should look at your discovery as a cue that it is time to slow down and take a closer look. Thanks for giving us a quick look at these remarkable creatures! Will
owners should do something to help and make it easier for deer and other migrators
Pam Jean I'm pretty sure quite a few of them do. as i'v heard that it's easier to make ways for them rather than them making their own ways with leads to broken fences, holes in fences, etc. I could be speaking out my ass but that's what i'v heard as i never had a migration to deal with when living in montana.
Thats very good, I hope so.
Love the livin life quote & your 2 photos
No problem and thank you! Now that I look more closely the cover photo where the buck is jumping over the wall. That MIGHT be an assisted crossing but not positive
deer sleeping
Thankyou for sharing this great video alsome.
Great video, and information!! Very nice work!! Thanks for presenting it!!
"The fact that this scale of migration can take place in unprotected areas in this day and age is amazing." Yeah, but it's Wyoming, so...
It's not the "longest large mammal migration" in the US. There are mule deer that migrate from Yellowstone to Rock Springs and back every year
💞I love watching nature.... Just so breathtaking & beautiful 💗
Wonderful photography, wonderful subject matter, wonderful documentary.
one of the most impressive things, I saw, during a snow storm in Wyoming, was to see a family of 10 deer getting underneath a group of horses that were huddled together because of the storm. I actually have pictures of it.
arthur McDanielsen You should put them on here for us to see! I'm from the Show-Me state so I can't help but want to see it ! haha
+arthur McDanielsen Yes, yes. You have at least two of us interested. What more do you need?
They were keeping each other warm - how beautiful.
+arthur McDanielsen How adorable! ╱)◔ᴗ◔(╲
Pics or it didnt happen
White tail deer do this every year in Ontario . They migrate to deer yards to stage for the winter.Some travel over a hundred miles as well. Very interesting.
That was beautiful & Hall Sawyer is beautiful too!! Inside & Out!!
No nations, borders, no fences, no doors, no walls, no clothes, no skin ... no barriers for any life! We're all ONE. We're all a SINGULARITY. No sexes, no breeds, no races, no species, no discrimination between creatures! #EQUALITYISMYRELIGION!
Ha gay
128pagenovella ....no.....skin? yuck.
lysjocksan no skin, no skin privilege, brother. we'll all be red.
yeah, bloody red! We'll be all bleeding and muscley and skeletony and super prone to infection. Better to just start appreciating natural color instead of using it as some twisted excuse to discriminate against people :)
128pagenovella your statement is truer than you realize. Did you know that it was discovered not so recently that grass depends on the herbivores that eat them to survive as much as the grass eaters depend on the grass to survive? And that pack hunting animals are crucial for the survival of both grass and grass eating herbivores. All life on earth constitute a single organism because everything is co-dependent with everything else, just like the cells in your body making up a single organism. But of course, realizing this fact doesn't change human nature. People will remain diabolical bitches until the day the human species goes extinct.
The research biologist has a voice that you hear on a movie trailer from the 90s 🤣
they're so pretty
Excellent presentation. I learned a lot from it.
Nice footage, great video, beautiful animals
The Happening 2. Mark Wahlberg character: "Doesn't anybody wanna know what happened to the deer?"
I just heard it in the classic Mark Wahlberg tone lmao
They are so innocent....
Ignorant is what you meant
@@jeffreymccarty1388 you sure about that? 😁
Innocent is the right words for animals!
@@6darkknight972 well, deer come to the roads and lick where they have spread sodium chloride, so, it is people who are at fault
@@jeffreymccarty1388 still innocent...you don't know the meaning of it 😂
That is cool!!! Very good research the animals need is own habitat.
Deer are so beautiful and gentle. My newest children's picture book is titled, The Buck and The Birds. It's a humorous fable, and a fun read.🦌
Wow, I never thought deer migrated. I lived in Maryland where there were a lot of deer year round.
instead going to war all over the world we should take care of this beauty
im gong to share this comment it is SO TRUE!
@norman bates , for all of my 47 years, I have been fascinated with observing insects. I watch all animals and birds that find my yard, but my state is flat, so insects are more available and don't startle like the feathered and the furred. Those that live in colonies and hives provide entire communities for my observation, and they always very busy doing what they do. To be honest, I am a little jealous that they all know what to do. Every living thing knows its purpose except for us. This was not lost on Native Americans, and they credit the animals for teaching their peoples the natural medicines of the earth. This is a common understanding of indigenous tribes the world over, and these cultures still carry remnants of traditions that honor the regional species for their specific natures, Is it fair to associate a desire for the end of dirty wars with naivety? Maybe it seems this way because this is the way we know the world to operate, and once upon a time we believed the lie of spreading democracy. But in the last 20 years America has shown to achieve the exact opposite result as they sold us...unless by "spreading democracy" they meant "install a criminal empire and hide it under the cover of war". It is time to take out our own trash and seek a better way. Maybe we do have the knowledge of our purpose stored within, and for some reason it went dormant. I think if we can manage to be still for long enough and just be, maybe they'll teach us how to remember as we watch them do what they do. Cheers!
correct but they come up with more ways to kill us.....
@@sourceawry4035 yer jealous of a deer? No thanks, we can do sooooo many fun things and have powerful minds that can always come up with new exciting things to do! Free will just comes with huge price tag. Has a song ever moved you to tears? Deers wouldn't care. Admire nature, but don't worship it folks.
@@gamebro511 lol, that's funny. The more the world advances, the more complicated things become. No matter what mankind achieves, no matter what amazing tech we come up with, the natural world just keeps doing what it does. It's simple and uncorrupt, that's all I'm saying.
Wyoming is incredible. Back in 1992 I drove from Monrovia, Ca. to Oklahoma to visit my Sister. On the way back I decided to make a right turn at Childress Texas up through Kansas, Nebraska then a left turn at North Platte and on into my destination Casper Wy. I always wanted to visit Casper so I spent the night there then headed west on 26 towards Shoshoni. About 30 or 40 miles outside of Casper I pulled off the highway and just started driving southwest through the wide open landscape. It was like being on the moon. Flat, bare cool, and beautiful to me. Being born in Los Angeles and driving the crazy crowded freeways this was so peaceful and I just felt so free out there. Wyoming is great!
Great video thanks for sharing 👍
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This species discrimination needs to stop. These deer deserve to walk down a sidewalk just like our children.
lol good one
Kenny Rodger n
R u a Dumas then one kills ur kid
yeah and then give them suffrage lol what are they white? hahha
Kenny Rodger they do walk the streets. and i keep thinking to myself. man my bow really aint that loud, i wonder which of my neighbors would tell on me.
Incredible. Good research. Thanks.
Fascinating, I hope the state is doing what it can to protect the corridor and also make it as easy as possible for the animals to travel from point A to B.
mother earth created beautiful creatures
That taste good to! :)
***** There must be a certain irony in your comment , you did post it with a computer using electricity and probably radio frequency....
Lyn Goodwin you are obviously anti hunter so if you are you must wish you wer dead because the whole evolution up until your point has had meat involved.
Johannes Klatt I hate to get involved but whom are the Yellow people? The simpsons?
***** God created life and the black people looted stores.
This is something we have known, I seen this back in the 80's when I traveled across America and Canada with my pack mule and horse, we traveled across Canada into Alaska and the Canadians never even knew I was there.
Gorgeous animals. A truly moving video.
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