A substance designed to lure cervids to a specific location by appealing to their nutritional needs and inherent cravings. These products typically contain a blend of minerals, salts, and other ingredients formulated to be highly palatable and attractive to deer. For example, a commercially available block comprised primarily of sodium, calcium, and phosphorus intended to draw deer into an area for observation or hunting purposes would be considered such a substance.
The strategic placement of these attractants can be advantageous for wildlife management, allowing for population monitoring and targeted supplemental feeding. Furthermore, hunters often utilize them to improve their chances of encountering deer. Historically, salt licks have naturally attracted deer and other wildlife, and modern formulations attempt to replicate or enhance these natural occurrences for observation and hunting.
