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Marsh Deer (buck)
Marsh Deer (Blastocerus dichotomus: Cervidae) Bucks like this one can stand 1.3 m (4.2 ft) tall at the shoulders and its head and body length can reach (2.0 m) 6.6 ft long, Adults weight from 80-125 kg (176-276 lbs). This is the largest South American Cervidae. Their hoofs are large and have an elastic interdigital membrane (webbed feet) for life in marshes and swimming in deeper water during the wet season. South Wild, Pantanal, south of Pocon, Mato Grosso, Brazil. Pantanal with interspersed cerrado vegetation at ca. 128 m (420 ft) elevation.
Habitat
Panatela with interspersed creed vegetation at ca. 128 m (420 ft) elevation.
Location
South Wild, Pantanal, south of Pocon, Mato Grosso, Brazil
Date taken
August 2015
Scientific name
Blastocerus dichotomus
Equipment used
Canon
Stunning capture of this elegant Marsh deer Stanley!!! Nice to see it foraging in the dark... Take care Stanley!!!!
 
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Looks to be an early evening capture Stanley and how beautiful it is. That's quite interesting that they have webbed paws. An amazing shot in some great, soft lighting.
 
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That's quite a decent size, isn't it!!

What a great picture you've taken of this guy Stanley - an excellent job you've done getting this image - well done my friend.
 
A really smart young example of a fine species, Superbly detailed image and interesting description too. Great post Stanley & tfs.
Pepe

P.S. Many thanks for the info on the Tenerife lizard, that fella toe to tail tip was between 2 & 3ft long.
 

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