Deer today

 

We kept coming across Fallow does and their fawns this morning.  The fawns are growing up but are generally still quite shy and difficult to photograph.  Generally I hear the rustling in the woods more often than I see them as their summer coats are actually quite good camouflage in the dappled sun between the trees. They are often quite noisy if you startle them: sometimes 'barking' their alarm call as they run, although mostly moving away in silence if they see you before you see them.

There are so many deer near us that there is a clear browse line, even under the holly, but I still enjoy seeing them.  Being still, watching wildlife is a fantastic way to de-stress, whether it is out in the countryside, in a park or in your own garden.