All about the Muntjac
mammals, tracking February 14th, 2010I had just got out of the car when I spotted a Muntjac in the field leading to the woods.
The Muntjac seemed oblivious as he munched on the new shoots coming through the ground and he was probably being warmed by the sun as it shone through the cold February air. He moved away slowly from me as I tried to stalk up to him. I managed to get behind him and stayed downwind enabling me to creep up to him within 20 yards.
I was only spotted after ten minutes and managed to capture it all on film.
The rest of the day paled into insignificance as I wandered around the woods. I saw 4 fallow deer at the end of my trek, which was quite pleasing because I hadn’t seen them for a while in these woods.
But this weekend, it was all about the Muntjac!
February 14th, 2010 at 6:27 pm
Nice filming Pablo That Munty looked a fat little bugger Spit roast comes to mind me thinks
February 14th, 2010 at 9:24 pm
A Pablo Classic..! Top drawer mate…
February 14th, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Pablo, you should seriously consider changing your online name too – to Mr. Griffin … (The Invisible Man).
Truly astounding video Pablo, keep up the good work.
Luke.
February 15th, 2010 at 3:11 am
When you can get close enough to touch them, you will get a real thrill. Keep practicing.
Le Loup.
February 15th, 2010 at 3:37 am
well done!!! i have never so fully seen such a creature..our deer are large but i find this one very interesting,,how much would you say this deer weights..and how tall would it have stood ..i know it is tough to guess but i am really interested in the size of such a wonderful creature.. cheers
February 15th, 2010 at 9:12 pm
Excellent video as always Pablo! Stalking and filming at the same time shows great skills. The only view of muntjac that I usually get is their tail as they bound off into the distance, so it’s great to get such a good look.
February 17th, 2010 at 8:49 pm
Hi Blackie, The Muntac is only the size of a medium sized dog but a bit heavier. This one was at the higher end of the scale. They are great looking deer (and tasty) but they do a lot of damage eating everything in sight.
February 17th, 2010 at 9:53 pm
I think you did really well filming at the same time, it would be difficult to consentrate on the actual stalking. I have only used a SLR on one stalk, and did not take the shot until I was right behind it. I have no advice for getting closer with a video camera, unless you leave it off until you get close, I doubt I could have done as well, it would be too distracting for me.
The main thing is you did get some good footage, I have never seen a muntac this close up before.
Well done.
Le Loup.