Found a Baby Deer Alone? Don’t Touch It (Here’s Why)

Hi Bob- this is excellent information to share with the public.  We have deer in the preserve where we walk, but have never come across a fawn. During nesting season, someone may find a chick who's fallen from their nest. We've learned that the parents are usually nearby. 

Good morning, Bob... I never knew this... then again, I don't normally "hang out" in places where I'd find a baby deer. But if I ever do come across one, now I know what not to do.

Excellent information! The baby fawns really do blend in - you'd never even see them unless they move around.

Good Thursday morning, Bob. This is good advice to share.

A couple of years ago, I discovered a fawn under the hosta plants in our front yard.

Bob when it comes to wild animals sometimes we think we are being helpful, but actually doing the opposite. 

Good morning Bob,

I'm so glad that Kathy Streib featured your post in her Sunday Series. I learned something today that I didn't know. Baby fawns really do blend in and often we don't see them. But if we do and they are alone I'll know in most cases they are not abandon and their mother is close by.

This post is so important. Where I live, there is a large deer population. While these tiny babies are so cute, it really is important to leave them right where they are.

very good point...many of us are animal lovers but sometimes our instinct leads to an unfortunate outcome