Tufty red paws

I quite like cute furry animals, but I certainly don’t go out of my way to photograph them. They’re not really my thing – I prefer a landscape, architectural detail or a more solid subject.

But this little chap practically presented himself for a photo while on a walk round Ravenscourt Park, one of my neighbourhood green spots. The moment was right and I could hardly deny him his moment, paws neatly clasped and striking a pose.

The distinct touch of russet is a reminder of our less robust native red squirrels here in Britain, which have largely given way to their sturdier grey cousins. In any case, I was glad to have clicked the shutter this time.

5 thoughts on “Tufty red paws”

ckponderings on November 2, 2012 at 06:56 said:

Great shot – and lucky to get that close! :)

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- mikeosbornphoto on November 2, 2012 at 19:13 said:
  
  Thank you Richard. Yes, he was hard to resist!
  
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  - ckponderings on November 3, 2012 at 10:47 said:
    
    Hehe. :)
    
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JudiLembkeInk on November 1, 2012 at 19:14 said:

Very nice but surprised the little rodent didn’t nip you.

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- mikeosbornphoto on November 1, 2012 at 19:16 said:
  
  He was very well behaved, a model client. Expect to see him on the catwalks of Milan soon.
  
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