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What is the danger of 'buck fever' (target fever)?

Target fever or buck fever can impair judgment, causing a hunter to fire impulsively at movement or sounds instead of confirmed targets.

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Question: What is the danger of 'buck fever' (target fever)?

Answer options:

  • It causes a physical illness that prevents hunting. ✅ It is a state of excitement that may lead a hunter to ignore safety rules or misidentify a target.
  • It is a legal term for hunting out of season.
  • It refers to the animal becoming aggressive toward the hunter.

Correct answer: It is a state of excitement that may lead a hunter to ignore safety rules or misidentify a target.

Explanation: Target fever or buck fever can impair judgment, causing a hunter to fire impulsively at movement or sounds instead of confirmed targets.

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