Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Rewards for Bravery

The Antelope Squirrels are always front and centre when it comes to picking up fallen seeds underneath the feeders in the yard but the Round-tailed Ground Squirrel is always much more hesitant. Normally all I ever see is a flash of tail disappearing under the gate as I walk into the yard.


I was sitting quietly reading when this beautiful little individual finally plucked up enough courage to forage amongst the rocks and aloes. It kept a very close eye on me though and if I so much as moved a muscle it would scurry into a gap in the rocks before cautiously reappearing for another snack.


What a sweet little face. I am so glad it is learning that I mean no harm.

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15 comments:

  1. ???19 October 2011 at 07:24

    Aaawww...adorable :)

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  2. EG CameraGirl19 October 2011 at 12:33

    I hope you win his confidence. He's very cute.

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  3. Rambling Woods19 October 2011 at 16:14

    I think of our gray squirrels as that is all we have..but these guys are adorable with those big eyes and I had not heard of them before..Michelle

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  4. eileeninmd19 October 2011 at 16:29

    What a cutie, great capture! I'm sure he/she will be your friend in no time.

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  5. Crafty Green Poet20 October 2011 at 12:34

    what a cute little squirrel!

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  6. Celeste20 October 2011 at 13:01

    Thanks Jedediah, I can't resist those big brown eyes :)

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  7. Celeste20 October 2011 at 13:02

    I hope so too E G Wow, it is a slow process but very rewarding.

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  8. Celeste20 October 2011 at 13:02

    Thanks Michelle, glad you liked my little visitor :)

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  9. Celeste20 October 2011 at 13:03

    Thanks Eileeninmd, I hope so too.

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  10. Celeste20 October 2011 at 13:04

    Thanks Crafty Green Poet, yes he is cute isn't he?

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  11. Barb20 October 2011 at 20:01

    He's awfully cute and quite plump, too. His shyness hasn't caused him to miss too many meals :)

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  12. Celeste22 October 2011 at 20:59

    You're right Barb, he seems to be managing very well :)

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  13. Kathie Brown9 November 2011 at 01:58

    Celeste, you sound so happy here! Have you finally found a new home for your heart?

    BTW, so sorry I have not been around much lately. I do think of you. it has been quite a busy year and I thought it was finally starting to slow down but now it will be more intense with my Mom having cancer.

    Still, I am SO Happy for you that you have this place to escape to!

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  14. Kathie Brown9 November 2011 at 01:59

    Celeste, you sound so happy here! Have you finally found a new home for your heart?

    BTW, so sorry I have not been around much lately. I do think of you. it has been quite a busy year and I thought it was finally starting to slow down but now it will be more intense with my Mom having cancer.

    Still, I am SO Happy for you that you have this place to escape to!

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  15. Celeste14 November 2011 at 14:21

    I think so Kathie. I am so content when I am out amongst all the wildlife. It brings me great peace. I hope some day you will be able to come and visit.
    I was so sorry to hear about your Mom, I do hope that she makes a full and speedy recovery. She is very lucky to have you for support during such a difficult time. I will be thinking of you.

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