ORIGINAL: Pawildman
I believe there are 50 lb. coyotes in PA. I also believe there are 800+ lb. bear and 200+ lb. deer. They are the ends of the extreme. We have killed more than one coyote at our camp, and none of them came close to 50 lb. They are long-legged rangy animals with lots of fur, and appearances are deceiving as to their actual weight.
I agree that 50 lb coyotes are the rare exception. As is having anything get on a deer that quickly after the kill. Not trying to make a case for whatever itmay have been that found your deer. I was merely pointing out a possibility other than a bear.
Maybe it was one of Sprouls cougars
