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Wednesday 2 February 2022

Badger and fox

I have never seen two wild animals of different species get on so well together. These two are both regular visitors to my garden but never together. Last night that all changed the badger was feeding when the fox strolled in and nothing happened.
There was a little sideways glance from the fox and they both carried on and enjoyed their neal. They cleared up all the biscuits and went quietly off in different directions. This is a first time for me to witness such an event.
 

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  1. David M. Gascoigne,2 February 2022 at 17:24

    I am sure they know they have entered the peaceable kingdom, Mike, and had better behave! You are privileged to watch these interactions. I am sure I am not the only one who envies you. Best wishes from Ontario. David

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    1. Mike Attwood3 February 2022 at 00:10

      If you look closely David they both have battle scars but they did not get them on my patch. I do find thier behaviour unusual. Take care.
      Mike.

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  2. Lasse2 February 2022 at 18:15

    Hi Mike, amazing wildlife you have in your garden !

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    1. Mike Attwood3 February 2022 at 00:12

      I think it must have somethjng to do with food I give them Lasse. Take care.
      Mike.

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  3. Richard Pegler2 February 2022 at 20:51

    I can fully imagine how excited you must have been with this visit, Mike. I'm so pleased that you managed to capture the session with your camera and let us share in your experience - thank you!

    My very best wishes - stay safe - - - Richard

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    1. Mike Attwood3 February 2022 at 00:18

      Thankyou Richard, It must have something to do with the quality of the food I give them. I was over the moon with the visit. It really was a highlight in my day. Take care.
      Mike.

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  4. Phil Slade3 February 2022 at 19:17

    Very Interesting Mike. I guess the two are not natural enemies in competing for the entirely the same food items even though they share some of them? If only us humans could live together amicably.

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  5. Mike Attwood3 February 2022 at 20:22

    My very thoughts Phil, they have fed together in the garden before but this is the first time I have caught them on camera. Take care.
    Mike.

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  6. waldlaeufer68 Frank Scholtyssek4 February 2022 at 05:15

    Hi Mike
    I knew it.. both in one picture... the quality of the 5-star menu gets around in the animal world and they all come to the set table.. great, let's see how the new friendship develops.. is there food jealousy? we wait...
    Greetings Frank

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    1. Mike Attwood4 February 2022 at 23:25

      Thanks Frank, I knew it would happen one day. I think its because they feel safe in my garden and this feeling extends to relationships. This point will be proved when I get the other animals in. Take care.
      Mike.

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  7. Breathtaking4 February 2022 at 12:26

    Hello Mike :=) What moments to treasure!:=) There is a friendship developing between two different species, it's amazing. I'm sure that spreading out the food in different places in the garden, also helps to maintain a respectful distance.

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  8. Mike Attwood4 February 2022 at 23:31

    Hello Sonjia,It certainly is a moment to treasure. I put the food down in small piles far enough apart so they have thier own space,
    they seem to like it that way.
    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.