Best predictive multiple linear regression models, based on Akaike's Information Criteria (AIC<i>_c</i>), for 3 different body condition related parameters in adult female mule deer in southwest Colorado.

a<p>AIC<i>_c</i> model weight.</p>b<p>Number of estimated parameters.</p><p>Body condition parameters included % ingesta-free body fat (%IFBF), concentration of FT4 thyroid hormones (FT4), and concentrations of FT3 thyroid hormones (FT3). Data were modeled using study area (Area), year (Year), individual pregnancy status (PRG), chest girth (Chest), age (Age) and hind foot length (Foot).</p><p>Best predictive multiple linear regression models, based on Akaike's Information Criteria (AIC<i>_c</i>), for 3 different body condition related parameters in adult female mule deer in southwest Colorado.