I’m not trying to troll, I’m genuinely curious. Thinking about deer specifically, it doesn’t seem like visual camouflage would really help much when hunting them. Deer sense predators by sensitive hearing (big ears) and smell (long snout). Their eyes are on the sides of their head, so they detect motion rather than high-resolution.

So trying to blend in with the surroundings doesn’t seem to be an advantage in this case. Assuming all this, what’s the point of clothing with camo print on it?

  • backalleycoyote@lemmy.today
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    2 hours ago

    If you are just walking the woods with shorts, a t-shirt, and a weapon, you will likely freak some people out.

    Results may vary depending on what state you’re in. I’m in Idaho, and while I no longer hunt, if I’m going backcountry I carry as a last resort if my bear spray won’t cut it or in case of survival emergency. But I admit, if I was in the Foothills north of town I’d probably be a bit perplexed at some rando hiker with a rifle, though not surprised.