I mentioned the other day that I always enjoy seeing wildlife on my walks through my part of this city and I was rewarded again recently by being able to observe two young Blacktail Deer browsing on a hillside above the West Bay Walkway, one of which is pictured above. While keeping a prudent distance, these deer seemed nonetheless to be used enough to humans not to panic or race off in fear as I approached.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Young Blacktail Deer (Odocoileus hemionus columbianus)
I mentioned the other day that I always enjoy seeing wildlife on my walks through my part of this city and I was rewarded again recently by being able to observe two young Blacktail Deer browsing on a hillside above the West Bay Walkway, one of which is pictured above. While keeping a prudent distance, these deer seemed nonetheless to be used enough to humans not to panic or race off in fear as I approached.
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The dear in my area always run from people. By the time I raise the camera they are usually just a flash running away. I would treasure capturing a photo like this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shot and a cute deer. We had lots of mule deer in California.
ReplyDeleteI can 3 feet from the deer here. In fact one did bumped me over as I was standing near his feeding area in the garden. Cute shot!
ReplyDeleteSuch curiousity in the eyes.
ReplyDeleteI find they get startled more by noise, and they'll keep an eye on you. A lone adult is less likely to scamper than a mother and yearlings.