Georgia Hunter Education Course Practice Exam

Why is it important to field dress deer or other large game animals immediately after killing them?

1. To make the animal easier to transport

2. To ensure the meat does not spoil

3. To reduce the weight of the animal

4. To prepare the animal for mounting

The correct answer is: To ensure the meat does not spoil

Field dressing deer or other large game animals immediately after killing them is important to ensure the meat does not spoil. When an animal is killed, its body heat can cause bacteria to multiply quickly, leading to spoilage of the meat. By field dressing the animal promptly, you can remove the internal organs, which trap heat and can spoil the meat. This helps cool the animal quickly and preserve the quality of the meat for consumption.