John, clipping of twigs is generally also a sign of mating behavior during the rut. It will usually be accompanied by a scraped out area under the clipped twigs where the buck urinates to advertise his availability to the does.
I have heard of der stripping and eating bark during hard times but mostly agree that what you are seeing during the fall is rubbing. It's like a sign post and will often be accompanied by other rubs on his travel route.
It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.
Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP
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