Mule Deer buck – Nikon D300, f6.3, 1/2000, ISO 640, Nikkor 200-400mm VR with 1.4x TC at 200mm, natural light
Two days ago while looking for birds to photograph on Antelope Island State Park this Mule Deer buck came into view. Their velvet is gone from their antlers and rut will soon be in full swing. Last year every time I saw two bucks fighting they were too far away to get presentable images, maybe this year the action will happen a little closer.
Muley on a rocky hillside – Nikon D300, f6.3, 1/2000, ISO 640, Nikkor 200-400mm VR with 1.4x TC at 200mm, natural light
There are many older bucks on the island with larger racks but I think this Muley is quite regal looking and this buck won’t stop here.
Life is good.
Mia
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Great framing and backgrounds on both of these!
Thanks Maria, I was very happy with the setting.
He certainly is a handsome buck! Great captures, Mia!
Thank you Julie!
He surely is a handsome fellow. Here’s hoping you “bag” a few this fall.
Merrill, your “bag” pun made me laugh, yes; I hope I bag a few this fall. Thanks for your comment.
Nice one Mia, I love to see them.
Thanks Bob, I am always happy to see Mule Deer, they are lovely animals.