The Visitor

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Debra Plett

11 days ago

Awe, I have a real soft spot for these guys. Glad you had the opportunity to photograph and enjoy him. Love the curious look he is giving you. The lighting and composition are perfect. He is looking pretty healthy and handsome with all that velvet. Gorgeous shot Heather.

Heather Mellon

11 days ago

Thank you Debra, He sure is healthy looking and he took on a good feed while he was here so I'm glad I let the grass and clover grow due to the sparse rains we've had. As you know so well, it's always a joy to photograph these beautiful creatures and this guy made my day.

Jane LeBlanc

11 days ago

I agree with Yves. Lovely focus and you caught the attitude perfectly.

Heather Mellon

11 days ago

Thank you Jane, it's always a treat to be able to get photos of these guys.

Yves Langlois

12 days ago

So cute little guy and you caught very well the curious attitude they have looking at us. Sharp focus and a good lighting. Well done. Heather.

Heather Mellon

11 days ago

Thank you Yves, he's one of the regulars who come around every so often and it's always nice to see them.

Description
After batting zero on finding any swans on the water today we arrived home to find this mule deer buck feeding on the red clover I let grow for the bees. Luckily we saw him in time so we stayed in the car and I got some photos. Finally.. a lucky strike :)
Taken By
Heather Mellon
Taken On
July 14, 2025
Tagged
mule deer buck feeding on red clover animal mammal wildlife antelope impala grass green grassland terrestrial_animal groundcover grasses meadow
  • Focal: 400
  • Lens Model: VR 150-500mm f/5-6.3G
  • Shutter speed: 0.001 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 7.1

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