Cindy’s Texas Melanistic Whitetail
Not very long ago I wrote a post on “Derek’s Melanistic Whitetail.” I was hoping to hear from someone else who has seen one, or could offer some insights into this rare phenomenon.
Well the other day I received an e-mail from Cindy Edge from the Austin/Dripping Springs area of Texas. Cindy doesn’t hunt, but she does take photographs. In the above picture you will notice that one deer stands out from the rest. It is a Melanistic Whitetail, in all it’s rare glory! Cindy sent me two pictures, but this one was “zoomed” in a little closer, and turned out great. She took this picture a year ago during an ice storm. The deer has changed it’s travel route somewhat, but Cindy still sees it once in a while. I don’t know if it’s a buck or a doe, but I’m assuming it is a female. If she is able to get some more good shots of this lovely creature, she’s going to pass them on to me. Good work Cindy-I really appreciate it.
Mike
March 3rd, 2008 at 7:59 am
Very cool picture. I have never saw a melanistic deer before but I sure have heard a lot about them.
March 4th, 2008 at 9:26 am
I didn’t even know such a thing existed. Guess you learn something new every day. Very cool picture too.