Barrier

As I was driving to a meeting today I noticed a whitetail doe exhibiting odd behavior. She just stood not too far out in a field without moving. Thinking maybe there was something ailing her, I paused and watched. As I did, I heard an unusual noise that did not seem to be originating from a bird. Soon after this young fawn came into view and the situation became clear. Momma Doe jumped the fence and fawn was not able. Would this little one get past the barrier?

Due to time and traffic approaching, I left the scene. Not ten minutes later I drove back and the doe was much further out in the field watching me. I assume she did not lead the fawn to an opening in the fence maybe 30-yards away. But, I would guess she will return to the fawn that was probably bedded down in the long grass. I looked, but could not find it.

This young deer had not been abandoned. Momma deer was nearby keeping an eye on the area. There was no reason for me to intervene. Wild animals will take care of their young if allowed.