A very recent walk around the ponds in Bushy Park produced some encounters with a few of the resident Red Deer. These two quietly trotted along the side of the pond and came quite close to where we were sitting.
A little while later we spotted one of the mature males feeding in the shade of a tree ...... he eventually walked out into the sunshine and allowed me to get reasonably close!
Totally unfazed by the presence of the many visitors he eventually wandered off to lie down and disappeared amongst the high ferns. FAB.
wow, frank! handsome - both does and buck! beautiful, full coats.
ReplyDeletehow totally wonderful to be so near these animals and to pick up fabulous photographs like you did Frank
ReplyDeleteThose antlers are absolutely amazing! Fabulous captures!
ReplyDeleteFantastic images Frank. It's so nice to get outdoors here after such a hot humid week. Carol
ReplyDeleteIt's a real privilege to see these animals in close quarters. If you are quiet and patient you get these moments.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh,that buck is so beautiful! I think you were close enough!!
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous shots! Just wonderful. The deer must be used to the presence of humans to have so little fear. I trust they are protected and fear no guns!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Roe Deer Frank.
ReplyDeleteHI Frank... Magnificent animals, and great photo's..I always wondered how they carry those large rack of horns on there head!
ReplyDeleteVery nice the special time with your folks on there 64th...amazing!!
Grace
They have quite an impressive rack.
ReplyDeleteFine animals, and some fine shots of them
ReplyDeleteOoh, FABulous photos Frank! :o) It's been awhile since I've visited your Blog, great to stop by again!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant Frank. What a lovely experience and great photos.
ReplyDeleteHi Everyone.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your recent visits and lovely comments. I hope to get some more pics of the deer in the coming weeks. Cheers FAB.
Wow! Nice shots! those are some impressive antlers!
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