Stotting

Stotting

The distinct stiff-legged jump made by a mule deer with all four feet springing from the ground at the same time, usually when it is fleeing from danger.

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stotting

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The distinct stiff-legged jump made by a mule deer with all four feet springing from the ground at the same time, usually when it is fleeing from danger.

stotting

Zoology; Animal verbs

The distinct stiff-legged jump made by a mule deer with all four feet springing from the ground at the same time, usually when it is fleeing from danger.

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