Woke up early so it was just 6 a.m. as we went out for our first walk of the day. Just got to the front gate when you could have knocked me down with a feather. There, cautiously coming through the hedge opposite, was a Muntjac Deer. Fortunately I had the Nikon in my pocket so I was able to grab a couple of hurried photos before it disappeared:
In fact there wasn't just the one but two which had been taking advantage of the vegetation in the large, well kept gardens opposite:
I was surprised just how small they were. Apart from their bulky shape they looked to be much the same size as Penny who was very patiently watching them through the front gate.
That really made my day as my next door neighbour has seen one in his back garden at least twice this year. My garden is well fenced in with high gates so I had given up any idea of seeing one myself.
Well done you to get the photographs John. I saw one on our lane a few years ago but nobody would believe me - wish I had got proof like this.
ReplyDeleteWeaver: As long as it isn't raining I try to remember to put the camera in my shirt pocket. I was lucky that they actually stopped to watch me, or Penny, which gave me enough time before they left the lane.
DeleteA grand start to the day. Let's hope it is an omen for leave.
ReplyDeleteAdrian: Seems it was.
DeleteWe've had them in Newark Gardens and Sconce Park, very secretive though! Great captures at speed
ReplyDeleteSimon: I knew there were deer in and around our villages but as you say they are very timid and secretive.
Deleteglad you got to see them! and penny is a good girl...
ReplyDeleteTWG: Yes, Penny just stood still and quiet watching them. When we followed down the lane you should have seen her doing her bloodhound act, following their scent.
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