Thursday, September 12, 2013

Wild Creatures Of The Forest

During walk in the forest just south of the Grand Canyon after a downpour, I came upon four young bull elk grazing peacefully in a small clearing under a dark grey sky.


They looked at me and I stopped and sat down on a big rock to watch them. 


Unconcerned, they went back to the business of mowing the grass.
After taking a few quick pictures, I continued my walk filled with a sense of wonderment. 
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9 comments:

  1. LowellSeptember 12, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    That's pretty amazing! I can't imagine getting so close to an elk...the ones in Colorado are easily spooked. Maybe these aren't hunted?

    Beautiful animal. You were given a gift for sure!

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  2. SharonSeptember 12, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    These are beautiful shots Judy. What a great sighting.

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  3. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comSeptember 12, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    Compared to the common deer, elk are a rare and magnificent sight.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Oh excellent takes and what a

    experience

    for a walk.

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  5. ThérèseSeptember 12, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    Kindly aware of your presence.
    Such encounters remain vivid for a long long time.
    A memorable walk.

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  6. KateSeptember 12, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    What an experience, and I am so happy that you captured them with your camera. So enjoy seeing them.

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  7. RandySeptember 12, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Wow what a great sight.

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  8. UnknownSeptember 15, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    What a magnificent animal! Lucky you for the spotting, Judy. The top capture is fantastic!

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  9. HildaSeptember 15, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    Such magnificent creatures! The ox too.

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