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Thursday 9 September 2021

Don't know what I'd do without my foxes

I really don't know what I would do without my foxes. The birds have disappeared from the village, I can no longer walk far so the local woodland is out of the question but the foxes visit me every evening without fail.
They are all getting used to me and if they here the click of my camera they just glance in my direction and carry on with what they are doing.
This one is standing in the corner by the road as a car goes by the other side of the hedge but it doesn't bother it. It knows it is safe this side. All these pictures are taken after dark through my bedroom window, no flash is used, just the light from a street lamp.
 

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  1. David M. Gascoigne,10 September 2021 at 10:03

    You don't even have to consider what you would do without them, Mike. I have no doubt the relationship between you is cemented for all time. All the best, David

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    1. Mike Attwood10 September 2021 at 23:27

      Thankyou David, I certainly do have a relationship with them, there is one outside my window as I am writing this.
      Take care.
      Mike.

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  2. Breathtaking10 September 2021 at 15:24

    Hello Mike,
    You are experiencing a privilege given to few, and it's fascinating That last image is beautiful.

    When I left early morning with my D I L as we were approaching the place where Paula has seen a fox many times, when three came one after another in front of the car. They got startled, and now I am sure they are living in a deserted cow shippen. They ran too fast for any photos, but I'm pleased that no one will harm them whilst they are there.

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    1. Mike Attwood10 September 2021 at 23:21

      You must feed them on the same spot at the same time on a regular basis. They are not sly as people think, they are clever and learn quickly if there's a reward for them. I feed mine at dusk. It will take a few days for them to get used to you. Good luck and stay safe.
      Mike.

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  3. waldlaeufer68 Frank Scholtyssek12 September 2021 at 06:58

    Hi Mike
    I am very happy for you that the foxes remain loyal to you that is wonderful, so you can continue to experience and enjoy the great feeling of nature in the vicinity
    Greetings Frank

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    1. Mike Attwood13 September 2021 at 23:33

      Thankyou Frank,
      I love seeing them trot into my garden every evening. They feel like family now. Take care,
      Mike.

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  4. Richard Pegler13 September 2021 at 15:43

    Hello, Mike. I know how much these Foxes mean to you, and I take great comfort in knowing that there is mutual benefit between you and the Foxes. I hope that they continue to bring you joy and purpose for many years to come. Best wishes - stay safe - - - Richard

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    1. Mike Attwood13 September 2021 at 23:47

      Thankyou for those kind words Richard. I look forward to their visit every night. People tell me that they must be tame animals and I have to explain that it is trust. They have learned to trust me in the safety of my garden. That is the way I treat all creatures. Take care.
      Mike.

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  5. Phil Slade14 September 2021 at 10:11

    Well done Mike. You are an inspiration to those of us who probably focus too much attention on birds and birds alone.

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    1. Mike Attwood14 September 2021 at 22:23

      Thanks Phil,
      I don't get much choice, all the birds have disappeared from the village and with my limited walking ability I get out much. Take care.
      Mike.

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  6. Lasse16 September 2021 at 14:28

    Hi Mike, I think you are preveliged to have these friends ! All the best to you,
    hugs from Sweden

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  7. Mike Attwood17 September 2021 at 00:02

    Thankyou Lasse,
    It really makes me feel that way. I have always loved foxes but these are something special. Take care.
    Mike.

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Evacuated during the second world war to a village in Yorkshire where I lived in the home of a good photographer for more than five years who taught me the basics and a great deal about nature. Well past retirement age I have been a wildlife photographer for more than 30 years. Red Kites have been my speciality for much of this period. I did spend several years snapping wheelchair athletes and organizing the British Road Race Championship. In the year 2000 I was awarded a distinction by the Royal Photographic Society for my portfolio on wheelchair athletes. Most of my pics are digital, using Sony cameras and Sigma lenses. I used to spend many weeks each year with friends in Wales which is close to the Elan Valleys where I got many of my raptor pics. I now get these pictures more closely to home, specially red kites and peregrines. I support my pension by selling my pics, cards, coasters, fridge magnets and key rings etc. at craft fairs, something I wish I had done much earlier in life. I give illustrated talks to clubs and societies on wildlife and other branches of photography that I have been involved in.