AZ Mule Deer Unit 43A
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AZ 43A Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 43A spans 602,613 acres across dramatic elevation—from 209 feet in low desert to 3,274 feet in higher country—with 96% public land, making it exceptionally accessible for self-guided hunters. This elevation range creates distinct habitat zones: lower sagebrush and creosote country transitioning to pinyon-juniper and mixed woodland at elevation. The vast public-land percentage removes private-access friction that constrains many Arizona units. Herd Quality Buck-to-doe ratios average 11:100 across recent surveys—a poor herd composition indicating heavy harvest pressure or limited buck survival. With only 39 animals observed per survey on average,..
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Rifle #1071
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Rifle Any #1072
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rifle #1072 | 409 | 201 | 49.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle #1071 | 419 | 164 | 39.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #1071 | 413 | 68 | 16.0% |
Herd Data
Buck : Doe
12per 100
2025 Survey
Fawn : Doe
29per 100
2025 Survey
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