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Last week I spent some time at my local water vole site (looked over by a good friend of mine) and I was rewarded with some good views. They were how ever a little shy to begin with.
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But they soon appeared in the open.
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The set up there allows some clear shots of these shy animals.
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With a long lens you can get some nice close ups too.
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By sitting a waiting you can observe some behaviour and get some interesting shots
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There are a few cute little juveniles around too.
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It is great spot for photography and I’m pleased to say I can now offer a workshop to this location so I can help you get photos of your own of these wonderful little mammals.
Details can be found on my photo tuition page
I’ll finish with one of the last shots I got from the session, of a vole having a drink.
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