‘Animal’ is the word selected by Debbie for her OWS Challenge. Being September and the approach of autumn, for me there could only be one animal…. a Red Deer Stag. Autumn is the Rutting Season for Red Deer, a time when the Stags use all their force and strength in pursuit of the Hinds…. it can be a noisy time in the woods.
This is my Animal suggestion for this weeks Challenge, you can participate, here is our hosts link: – https://travelwithintent.com/
Enjoy your Sunday… and as always….
Please Remember ….
Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other
6th September
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Very handsome.
Theres a wooded field of deer near me. I never see them. And I wouldn’t even know they were there if wasn’t for the noisy rutting season.
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I have a number of shots in this location and most have been surprise encounters.
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Very appropriately seasonal, David!
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so magnificent
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What a stunning photo!
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Thank you 🤣
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