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DEER Wednesday 09/15/2021

MamaWick — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:22:00 GMT

If you are squeamish, skip the last 2 pictures (out of 5). This guy is rubbing his velvet off and you can see how icky/bloody it looks.

Here come the pictures, and he is New Buckley

Re: DEER Wednesday 09/15/2021

Drythe — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:43:54 GMT

@MamaWick

The two babies peeking out with their Mom - so sweet.

You have a talent for catching the special moments! ♥️

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ECBG — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:49:54 GMT

ADORABLE!!!

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Porcelain — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:58:57 GMT

Thank you for the squeam warning. I didn't find it upsetting to look at. Fascinating to me, really. I don't think I've ever gotten a good look at that stage of their antler development.

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riley1 — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:00:38 GMT

So cute! Are those fawns twins? Love the way Mom is peeking out from the tree. I figured when I saw those pictures that is what was happening with the antlers.

Thank you @MamaWick - look forward to the pictures every day.

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spiderw — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:07:03 GMT

The picture of the fawns in the wild grass, so special and precious! Another nature lesson learned, the antlers shedding their velvet covering! Not only have I enjoyed MamaWick's photos which are so professional but I have learned bits and pieces about our woodland friends! There is so much about animals to learn and going to this post gives me insight, smiles and serenity. It is one of my good times of day!!!!

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candys mine — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:07:37 GMT

, So cute the fawns still have their spots. Thanks for the warning. If you hadn't said what was going on it would have been a What the Heck has he been doing?!" moment.

Are All new Buckleys photos from today? he was a buzy boy.

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on the bay — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:12:17 GMT

Aw he gets a treat from @MamaWick, after that hard job!🥰

I wonder if it hurts? And why they do it. It does look kind of beautiful and fairy-like with the velvet doesn't it?

Either way, New Buckley is a very handsome guy!

That was sweet of you to warn people too!

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colliemom4 — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:12:20 GMT

Aww they love you so much. The fawns are just too darn cute! Enjoy seeing all of your friends.

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NEvans2 — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 00:11:11 GMT

Awesome pictures as always! I love the pics of those little fawns❤️ I am somewhat squeamish but found the pictures of the half rubbed off velvet really interesting. Hope you and Papa Wick are doing well.

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Katcat1 — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 01:00:40 GMT

The first Buck is so beautiful. Looks like we have two fawns now. And, the last picture -- I just love seeing you feed the deer and he is beauty and looks so innocent taking the food from you. I can't help it but I am so glad the deer have this safe place to eat and relax. @MamaWick takes good care of the deer and they love you for it. i did not notice anything wrong with the last two pictures except it looked like something was caught in his antler.

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stellabystarlight — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 01:18:26 GMT

The velvet is shed to prepare for the upcoming rut = when the males seek out the females for mating. When the velvet is gone, the stark bone of the antlers remain and it is hard and a weapon that is used to fight off competing bucks for the females A hierarchy develops with the bucks with the largest antlers the most desirable to the females. After the rut ends, the bucks have the antlers for a few months and then begin to shed them. The cycle begins again in the Spring when the new nubs form and the antlers begin to grow getting nourishment from the velvet, which contain the veins & arteries to transport the nutrients needed to grow the antlers.

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luvzchiz — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 02:54:34 GMT

@MamaWick Thank you for the beautiful pictures of your deer family. There's always something new to learn about them.

I, too, found the explanation of the deer antlers interesting and not a turn off. Thank you for providing nourishment for these magnificent animals. It must take a lot of energy for them from growth to loss of their antlers. Mother Nature is indeed amazing.

Woof to sweet Cricket in heaven. Cricket, we miss you but feel confident that you are having a wonderful time at the bridge. Please put in a good word or two for those of us who are not there. 💕

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PARedbird — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 03:07:38 GMT

Love seeing the little babies! They are just so cute!

And no, those pics of the new Buckley didn't bother me. I don't understand that whole process so I'm off to Google it after I'm done posting.

As always, love all the pics! Beautiful deer always!

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sceniccoast — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:00:21 GMT

@MamaWick

I'm impressed! These photos are different .. not anyone of them taking a nap. I like these just the same as always though.

1st pic - buck's mouth is crooked & looks as though he's trying to speak to another deer?

2nd pic - loving the 2 does waiting their turn to eat & the 3rd one peeking around the tree

3rd pic - the 2 does look adventurous in the field

4th pic - I really can't tell there's blood as it doesn't show well in the photo .. therefore, I'm not squeamish.

5th pic - his eyes are bulging while eating from your hand. I don't get the "rubbing the velvet off"? Is it a natural thing for them to do?

Thanks as always for sharing.

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sceniccoast — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:01:34 GMT

@Drythe

Very well said. MamaWick certainly does!

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sceniccoast — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:06:58 GMT

@stellabystarlight

Thank you for this information. I should have read all the posts before posting mine ..

Do you work with the deer?

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stellabystarlight — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:08:27 GMT

@sceniccoast No, but I watch many deer sites on You Tube and have learned a lot about them.

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sceniccoast — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:36:36 GMT

@stellabystarlight

Yes, you really have. Nature shows are wonderful ways of learning.