What are the dates of whitetail deer rut in Massachusetts?

During the height of the whitetail rut—the breeding season of the species—deer are active all day as bucks actively hunt receptive does that indicate breeding readiness through body language and scent. Does in estrus leave scent markings throughout their breeding territories to let local bucks know of their reproductive activity. The buck’s rut is a high-stress time: Their antlers will become polished from sparring battles with rival bucks during rut, often leaving behind broken pieces of antler at rub sites along trails during fall season.