March 2019 An encounter with a peaceful Muntjac Doe

This doe Muntjac came picking its way along oblivious to my presence.  I stayed still and it came right toward me and in full sunshine too!  They are beautiful little deer that were introduced to the UK in the early 20th century apparently by the Duke of Bedford at Woburn Park.  They are quite common these days and can often been seen on a walk in the British country side.  It was nice to catch one though that wasn't just a tail end view running away with its tail up.
This one seemed to be taking an interest in the sweet chestnut cases that were on the ground but I don't thick this would be part of its diet.

peacefully browsing away

 I daren't move and was so pleased when it even led down and starting chewing its cud right in front of me .

Time for a rest

After capturing some images it was time to creep away and leave it to get on with its day.  That was a lovely encounter that made me smile to myself as I made my way home.