Fallow Deer by jamibann

Fallow Deer

When we walked up this hill last week, a number of small deer ran out in front of us and we realised afterwards that they had been feeding on hay from a shelter under the trees. So, when we went back to the same area today, we suspected that they might be there feeding. And so I sneaked out ahead, going very quietly as I reached the approximate area, and there they were. They dashed off very quickly, and so many of my photos were blurred, but they also stopped for a brief moment to look back at me. On arriving home, I downloaded the photos to realise that they are not our native red or roe deer. They are fallow deer. I have never seen such deer in this area of Scotland. I wonder if they are being bred for venison? As you can see, they are in a relatively wild area, which we walked through, but there are locked deer fences (which we climbed over), so they could well be captive. I'm intrigued now and have to find out more about these mystery creatures; where they came from, and why they are there. I'm on the case.
Oh Issi this is wonderful, they are beautiful animals! Such a lovely shot of them looking at you.

Maybe they are from SA as we have plenty here and they are bred and farmed for their meat! They used to be wild all along the different mountain ranges, but one does not see them there anymore.

I know what you mean by blurry shots, animals are much too fast for my reaction and settings too.
January 27th, 2023  
beautiful antlers
January 27th, 2023  
While not a vegetarian, I always feel badly when I am confronted with the animals. I hope you learn that they are simply transported animals enjoying life in the sort of wild!
January 27th, 2023  
What an amazing capture - I love how alert they are and how they blend into the environment
January 27th, 2023  
How interesting, they look surprised to see you.
January 27th, 2023  
A lovely capture of them in their environment. Looking forward to hearing what you find out!
January 27th, 2023  
Beautiful capture. The narrative is very interesting. I hope you learn more.
January 27th, 2023  
Great capture. Did you shout “SMILE”?
January 27th, 2023  
what a delight
January 27th, 2023  
Wonderful
January 27th, 2023  
A cool image
January 27th, 2023  
Beautiful capture.
January 27th, 2023  
Always a joy to see wildlife when walking. We have roe deer here in the foothills, red deer in the wilder forests higher up.
January 27th, 2023  
What a lovely surprise to see these deer - and a nice photo of them.
January 27th, 2023  
Such lovely animals, I like how they are all looking at you
January 27th, 2023  
Beautiful capture!
January 27th, 2023  
You are definitely being watched. Is this near where the royals have a manor? Perhaps they are brought in for them. Good shot!
January 28th, 2023  
How interesting. You really know such a lot about the environment in your area.
And climbing over fences.... Ok as long as no barbed wire!!
January 28th, 2023  
So delightful to see these deer.
January 28th, 2023  
The photo is a good example of a nature photograph.
January 28th, 2023  
I love a good mystery. Can’t wait to see what you discover about them.
January 28th, 2023  
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