The name deer sounds very sweet, doesn't it? But what about rat? I saw a rat on one of my hikes this week but I'll save his photo for last. He was a very cute rat even though that name conjures up something ugly and even sinister. Makes me wonder why I'm waiting until the end to show his photo! lol
I was walking on the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway near hwy 484 when I saw all of these critters.
The deer weren't concerned about my presence in the least.
The first one I saw was eating right along the trail.
This bike stopped to watch too.
And then a little curious deer came out of the brush to get a better look at ME.
So I'll share some of his cute pics....
I must have looked a sight!
The lady in the pink cap!
What a tale he will have to share when he joins the others.
So I promised you a rat!
Florida Woodrat
I didn't get a very good photo because he was in the leaves and brush content on the task at hand. You can barely make out the little round ear and dark eye in the center of the photo.
And after a few steps I saw an Eastern Cottontail Rabbit.
He was well hidden in the tall grasses but once I took a step towards him, he headed for the safety of the woods!
It's still hot and humid but I've made a few early morning hikes. Yesterday it was 84 degrees with 84% humidity and not much breeze. That's pretty warm and sticky but I drink lots of water and come home, take a shower and spend the rest of the day in an air conditioned house so I won't complain. (well, not right this minute! lol)
Have you had any good sightings this week?
I’m joining Saturday’s critters HERE.
