Random rubs
In short, random rubs (one rub with no others nearby) are typically scattered with no distinct pattern. Usually it is just one rub and no others are in the vicinity.
Random rubs are not associated with the classical rub line that leads from point A to B; these rubs are not linked with old, traditional rubs that are consistently scent-marked year after year.
Cluster rubs
Cluster rubs are made up of individually marked trees that are spread anywhere from just inches to 30 feet apart. They are usually in a defined radius of 5 to 30 feet, but sometimes a little more.
The rubs are on separate trees, and usually the height and intensity of the rubs are the same because one buck usually initiates all the rubs. However, a host of other bucks can get in on the action, as well.
Cluster rubs & nutrition
Rubs and cluster rubs performed around supplemental feed sites and agricultural plots are not always a trustworthy way to decipher deer in relation to breeding.
Concentrated food sources can instigate communication amongst whitetails. Even though whitetails are considered not to be territorial, they can become aggressive over food sources.
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