Red Deer
Red Deer / cervus elaphus. 23/08/18.
'Velvet' hanging in tatters but a defiant stare...the stag was standing under some trees as if seeking refuge while going through his untidy phase! Realistically, he was most likely there to take advantage of the lower branches to rub his antlers against.
In 5-6 weeks he will have transformed himself into a majestic sight. Pumped full of testosterone he will no longer be a shrinking violet standing in the shadows! He'll make sure he is in full view, both to the other stags and to hinds who will be coming into season then.
It's hard to believe we are almost at that time of year again!
Red Deer
Red Deer / cervus elaphus. 23/08/18.
'Velvet' hanging in tatters but a defiant stare...the stag was standing under some trees as if seeking refuge while going through his untidy phase! Realistically, he was most likely there to take advantage of the lower branches to rub his antlers against.
In 5-6 weeks he will have transformed himself into a majestic sight. Pumped full of testosterone he will no longer be a shrinking violet standing in the shadows! He'll make sure he is in full view, both to the other stags and to hinds who will be coming into season then.
It's hard to believe we are almost at that time of year again!