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May 9, 2024 03:32:18   #
BAchme Loc: Middle Tennessee
 
It was early in the spring when I first began with my squirrels nearly a year ago. I noticed one squirrel, in particular, seemed to like to pose for me, and they always dropped down into the same position. As I photographed him, it was funny, but he actually appeared to be modeling as he would hold the pose for a while and then began to vary it, such as dropping his paw down or angling his body in a different position. It was as if he knew he was working with a novice and was trying to train me! Note there were never any peanuts offered. Often, I would see him and began to call him Dropster, and strangely, he would immediately drop down. I later discovered this was called splooting. This is a position that a squirrel goes into often to cool down, but in working with them I have discovered this is often a position that they assume when they are relaxed or chilling out. Over my time with my guys as you will see this appears to be a common position.

On a side note, I later discovered that Dropster was not a male, but indeed a female! One day, I found her in this position by a tree. A few minutes later, another squirrel joined her, and I found myself documenting my first mating!

You may notice that the quality of some of these may vary as they were taken with a different camera.

Sorry, this is more squirrel stuff, but until I get on my feet again, this is me! I seriously considered fading away for a time but decided this was just the depression talking from the accident. So, I am trying to regroup and I hope I don't bore you with work from my "archives!"


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May 9, 2024 06:33:41   #
Manglesphoto Loc: 70 miles south of St.Louis
 
BAchme wrote:
It was early in the spring when I first began with my squirrels nearly a year ago. I noticed one squirrel, in particular, seemed to like to pose for me, and they always dropped down into the same position. As I photographed him, it was funny, but he actually appeared to be modeling as he would hold the pose for a while and then began to vary it, such as dropping his paw down or angling his body in a different position. It was as if he knew he was working with a novice and was trying to train me! Note there were never any peanuts offered. Often, I would see him and began to call him Dropster, and strangely, he would immediately drop down. I later discovered this was called splooting. This is a position that a squirrel goes into often to cool down, but in working with them I have discovered this is often a position that they assume when they are relaxed or chilling out. Over my time with my guys as you will see this appears to be a common position.

On a side note, I later discovered that Dropster was not a male, but indeed a female! One day, I found her in this position by a tree. A few minutes later, another squirrel joined her, and I found myself documenting my first mating!

You may notice that the quality of some of these may vary as they were taken with a different camera.

Sorry, this is more squirrel stuff, but until I get on my feet again, this is me! I seriously considered fading away for a time but decided this was just the depression talking from the accident. So, I am trying to regroup and I hope I don't bore you with work from my "archives!"
It was early in the spring when I first began with... (show quote)


Great set!!!

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May 9, 2024 08:17:04   #
Retired CPO Loc: Travel full time in an RV
 
I really like these, Barb!

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May 9, 2024 08:23:36   #
randave2001 Loc: Richmond
 
These images are 'splootastic'!

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May 9, 2024 09:07:00   #
jederick Loc: Northern Utah
 
Terrific series! Have wondered what these poses were called. We have one that frequents our backyard and will occasionally drop down like this!

Stay strong and time will heal!!

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May 9, 2024 10:01:51   #
StanMac Loc: Tennessee
 
BAchme wrote:
It was early in the spring when I first began with my squirrels nearly a year ago. I noticed one squirrel, in particular, seemed to like to pose for me, and they always dropped down into the same position. As I photographed him, it was funny, but he actually appeared to be modeling as he would hold the pose for a while and then began to vary it, such as dropping his paw down or angling his body in a different position. It was as if he knew he was working with a novice and was trying to train me! Note there were never any peanuts offered. Often, I would see him and began to call him Dropster, and strangely, he would immediately drop down. I later discovered this was called splooting. This is a position that a squirrel goes into often to cool down, but in working with them I have discovered this is often a position that they assume when they are relaxed or chilling out. Over my time with my guys as you will see this appears to be a common position.

On a side note, I later discovered that Dropster was not a male, but indeed a female! One day, I found her in this position by a tree. A few minutes later, another squirrel joined her, and I found myself documenting my first mating!

You may notice that the quality of some of these may vary as they were taken with a different camera.

Sorry, this is more squirrel stuff, but until I get on my feet again, this is me! I seriously considered fading away for a time but decided this was just the depression talking from the accident. So, I am trying to regroup and I hope I don't bore you with work from my "archives!"
It was early in the spring when I first began with... (show quote)


You seem to have established a rapport with the squirrels - they all seem to be looking straight at you and posing.

Stan

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May 9, 2024 13:28:11   #
UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT
 
Excellent set, Barb!

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May 9, 2024 15:09:44   #
nervous2 Loc: Provo, Utah
 
As I explain to my wife, it's important for me to read on UHH. I learn new stuff just about every day!

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May 9, 2024 15:23:22   #
AirWalter Loc: Tipp City, Ohio
 
BAchme wrote:
It was early in the spring when I first began with my squirrels nearly a year ago. I noticed one squirrel, in particular, seemed to like to pose for me, and they always dropped down into the same position. As I photographed him, it was funny, but he actually appeared to be modeling as he would hold the pose for a while and then began to vary it, such as dropping his paw down or angling his body in a different position. It was as if he knew he was working with a novice and was trying to train me! Note there were never any peanuts offered. Often, I would see him and began to call him Dropster, and strangely, he would immediately drop down. I later discovered this was called splooting. This is a position that a squirrel goes into often to cool down, but in working with them I have discovered this is often a position that they assume when they are relaxed or chilling out. Over my time with my guys as you will see this appears to be a common position.

On a side note, I later discovered that Dropster was not a male, but indeed a female! One day, I found her in this position by a tree. A few minutes later, another squirrel joined her, and I found myself documenting my first mating!

You may notice that the quality of some of these may vary as they were taken with a different camera.

Sorry, this is more squirrel stuff, but until I get on my feet again, this is me! I seriously considered fading away for a time but decided this was just the depression talking from the accident. So, I am trying to regroup and I hope I don't bore you with work from my "archives!"
It was early in the spring when I first began with... (show quote)


This are really funny. These squirrels are little hams. They are all looking right at the camera.



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May 9, 2024 16:05:42   #
inishowenjohn Loc: Hindley Green Wigan
 
A beautiful set. It amazes me how they remain still and pose while you photograph them. The moment I raise the camera when I see one the little rascal shoots off. Keep sharing and get well soon

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May 9, 2024 17:37:46   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
BAchme wrote:
It was early in the spring when I first began with my squirrels nearly a year ago. I noticed one squirrel, in particular, seemed to like to pose for me, and they always dropped down into the same position. As I photographed him, it was funny, but he actually appeared to be modeling as he would hold the pose for a while and then began to vary it, such as dropping his paw down or angling his body in a different position. It was as if he knew he was working with a novice and was trying to train me! Note there were never any peanuts offered. Often, I would see him and began to call him Dropster, and strangely, he would immediately drop down. I later discovered this was called splooting. This is a position that a squirrel goes into often to cool down, but in working with them I have discovered this is often a position that they assume when they are relaxed or chilling out. Over my time with my guys as you will see this appears to be a common position.

On a side note, I later discovered that Dropster was not a male, but indeed a female! One day, I found her in this position by a tree. A few minutes later, another squirrel joined her, and I found myself documenting my first mating!

You may notice that the quality of some of these may vary as they were taken with a different camera.

Sorry, this is more squirrel stuff, but until I get on my feet again, this is me! I seriously considered fading away for a time but decided this was just the depression talking from the accident. So, I am trying to regroup and I hope I don't bore you with work from my "archives!"
It was early in the spring when I first began with... (show quote)


Such looks of curiosity, friendliness, and intelligence Barb, I have always wanted to make friends with one of these or with a crow Beautiful shooting

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May 9, 2024 18:17:44   #
BAchme Loc: Middle Tennessee
 
Manglesphoto wrote:
Great set!!!


Thanks, glad you liked!

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May 9, 2024 18:18:12   #
BAchme Loc: Middle Tennessee
 
Retired CPO wrote:
I really like these, Barb!


Thanks, glad you liked!

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May 9, 2024 18:18:34   #
BAchme Loc: Middle Tennessee
 
randave2001 wrote:
These images are 'splootastic'!


Good one! Thanks!

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May 9, 2024 18:20:17   #
BAchme Loc: Middle Tennessee
 
jederick wrote:
Terrific series! Have wondered what these poses were called. We have one that frequents our backyard and will occasionally drop down like this!

Stay strong and time will heal!!


Thanks, glad you liked them. Yeah, I am also curious so did some research to see why they did this.

Thanks, that's what I am counting on!

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