Last Weekend of Deer Rut Safaris

Warm, sunny weather and the Deer Rut don't normally go together, but at least the mornings are starting fresh and dewy now.  The deer weren't as easy to track down as they had been, they were less keen to be out in the open and definitely a bit more relaxed than last weekend - clear indications we're getting towards the end of the season for rutting.  With some patience, perseverance, sharp eyes in the truck and a dollop of good luck, they are still available as subjects for your delectation however....

Looks like he's got through the season unscathed - not all escape the rut uninjured.  I'm aware of at least one "Royal" killed in a fight this year

He's paying close attention to a single hind - though she did seem to be ignoring him!

The Autumn sun and changing bracken colours do make for nice backdrops

It's a bit late in the year for the heather too - this hillside is lovely earlier in the year.  Who knew such areas existed in Suffolk?

A lonely cry from above made me look up - a Buzzard, circling lazily and watching us from high in the sky

Closer to the ground, and far less interested in the truck, a Kestrel was searching for small squeaky things running around the heather

The deer had retreated into the gorse bushes - they're a handy place to sneak off for some peace & quiet!

Or maybe not - he's not alone in there...

Clearly, he's a sensible chap, keeping his lasses away from the attentions of others :-)

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