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Seattle, Washington
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Title
Are You My Mommy?
Artist
Kym Backland
Medium
Photograph
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I really had to get down on the ground, and crawl today trying to get a shot of this little raccoonie. Those rose thorns hurt! Ouch! I keep trying to find out if these little ones, ( a brother is right behind him) Have a Mother or not. They are very quiet and know to hide. But, as of yet, haven't seen hide nor hair of a parent. I really do take other photos! Hehe. Not just of these masked bandits. I'm just preoccupied with them for the moment. I know that these guys can be pests and aren't welcome in many yards. But, well they are here living in the wild. So, that's the story of the day.. This one growled at me very loudly, and it really did scare me. By the way, I have a long lens on, so I am not as close as this looks. I wouldn't be that dumb. I know not to get too close..
Here are some of those harsh Raccoon Facts you might want to know.
Bandit-masked raccoons are a familiar sight just about everywhere, because they will eat just about anything. These ubiquitous mammals are found in forests, marshes, prairies, and even in cities. They are adaptable and use their dexterous front paws and long fingers to find and feast on a wide variety of fare. In the natural world, raccoons snare a lot of their meals in the water. These nocturnal foragers use lightning-quick paws to grab crayfish, frogs, and other aquatic creatures. On land, they pluck mice and insects from their hiding places and raid nests for tasty eggs. Raccoons also eat fruit and plants—including those grown in human gardens and farms. They will even open garbage cans to dine on the contents.These ring-tailed animals are equally opportunistic when it comes to choosing a denning site. They may inhabit a tree hole, fallen log, or a house's attic. Females have one to seven cubs in early summer. The young raccoons often spend the first two months or so of their lives high in a tree hole. Later, mother and children move to the ground when the cubs begin to explore on their own.
Raccoons in the northern parts of their range gorge themselves in spring and summer to store up body fat. They then spend much of the winter asleep in a den. There are six other species of raccoons, in addition to the familiar northern (North American) raccoon. Most other species live on tropical islands.
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August 1st, 2013
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Iola, WI - United States
It is a pleasure to see so much variety and beauty in the works that are submitted for FEATURING on our WFS site. It is an honor to FEATURE this piece of work on our Homepage of our site. Thanks for sharing and being active in our group membership. Liked Forever, Elvis
Coos Bay, OR - United States
Wow! Love your pictures of the racoons. Amazing, I'm really impressed with how you can captures these little guys. L/F
Myrtle Beach, SC - United States
So adorable Kym. Beautiful detail and that cute little face. Well captured. F/V :)
Seattle, Wa - United States
PEGGY FRANZ, Long time no type! (my bad!!) Thank you for the feature today of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your group VETERINARY ART... I appreciate it very much Peggy. Have a great Labor Day Weekend!
Iola, WI - United States
Kym, I just adore your racoons shots, and how I missed this one is beyond my comprehension, as it is just perfectly darling and what a great presentation! fave and vote
Kym Backland replied:
Randy, Mr. Blue Elvis, thanks so much for all you do! I know it takes so much times to feature and comment and such. I do appreciate your kind comments.. Don't make me blush!
Bentonville, AR - United States
Kym---Congratulations on your contest win! He looks lonely to me---and I can sure help out with that. I have several here that would love to come for a visit! :) f/v
Kym Backland replied:
Nava Jo, You are so funny! Ok, Ok I give! Put them on the train, and I will meet all your raccoons at the station! hehe.. Thanks for telling me of my win on the contest! I appreciate it Nava Jo!
Santa Maria, CA - United States
Another cutie, Kym! Your title reminded me of the classic kids' book by P.D. Eastman, Are You My Mother? v
Kym Backland replied:
Caitlyn, Long time no see! Great to see you.. I don't know the book you are talking about, but I am going to look it up.. thanks for your visit and vote today!
Myrtle Beach, SC - United States
This is just darling Kym. Congratulations on your well deserved features. V :)
Kym Backland replied:
Kathy, Thanks for stopping by the other day and leaving a kind comment and a vote too!
Seattle, Wa - United States
ROBERT HARMON, Happy Wednesday Hump Day! Thank you for the feature today of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? In your group NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY 1 PER DAY .. I appreciate it Robert!
Seattle, Wa - United States
SARAH PEMBERTON, Happy Wednesday to ya! Thank you for the feature of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your wonderful and huge group called I LOVE ATURE PHOTOGRAPHY.. I appreciate all your time and efforts Sarah!
Seattle, Wa - United States
NADINE AND BOB JOHNSTON, Thank you for the feature of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your wonderful and huge group called ARTISTS NEWS.. I appreciate all your time and efforts Bob!
San Francisco, CA - United States
Cute little bandit! v
Kym Backland replied:
Kate, Cute hat! You wear it well! Thanks for the vote on the little feller today!
Seattle, Wa - United States
ROBERT HARMON, Thank you for the feature today of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your group FAA FEATURED IMAGES..I appreciate it Robert!
Loveland, CO - United States
This one looks like the Ace of Spades for sure Kym! v
Kym Backland replied:
Jon, Thanks for your votes.. What is the Ace of Spades? I mean literally? The best one? I appreciate your visits and votes Jon!
Columbus, OH - United States
Oh my gosh! I have never seen a cuter picture of one of these rascals in my life! so precious! until I read your heroic efforts to get this 'cute' shot! I get loads of bug bites taking the butterfly shots, but I can't imagine getting down face to face with a wild creature...even one so 'cute'. . . . fav/v19
Kym Backland replied:
Karen, You are so complimentary and generous with your words and votes.. Sorry, you get so many bug bites! Sometimes I think bites are worse than thorns and nettles stings! hehe..
Seattle, Wa - United States
DUANE KLIPPING, Hello over there! We made it to Wednesday (Hump day) Thank you for the feature today of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your group WILD AMERICA... I appreciate it Duane!
Seattle, Wa - United States
MARIOLA BITNER, We made it to Wednesday (Hump day) Thank you for the feature today of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your group OUR 4 LEGGED FRIENDS. I appreciate it Mariola
Shady Cove, Or - United States
This image tugged at my heart! Love it! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Diane, I'm glad they could tug on your heart, Thanks for the visit and vote too!
Weatherford, TX - United States
I love raccoons. We have a couple who come up at night and drink out of the bird bath, and chow down on the birdseed. But they can be very destructive .... like when they get in the garage and mess everything up ... and unplug the freezer.
Kym Backland replied:
Shannon. YIKES.. unplug the frig! Yowser! I know they are a handful.. Thanks for stopping in!
St. Louis, MO - United States
So cute! Love the expression on this fur baby! Very nice capture Kym!!! =) v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Genevieve, I like that expression you use "FUR BABY"... Thanks for your notes and votes today!
Seattle, Wa - United States
KAREN SILVESTRI, Hello new face and group leader! Happy Monday to you! Thank you for the feature my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your group NATURE LANDMARKS LANDSCAPES.WILDLIFE AND FEEL GOODS.. .I appreciate it Karen. Have a great week ahead!
Seattle, Wa - United States
ANASTASIA KONN, Happy Sunday to you! Thank you for the feature the other day of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your group PHOTOSRUS I appreciate it very much Anastasia!
Seattle, Wa - United States
CHARLIE TRAY, Wow, so many features today! Thank you for the feature of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your wonderful group NATURE AND LANDSCAPE. I am most appreciative Charlie!
Seattle, Wa - United States
EVERETT HICKAM, Happy Sunday to you! Thank you for the feature the other day of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your group WHY NOT GROUP. I appreciate it Everett!
Seattle, Wa - United States
JIM CARRELL, Thank you for the feature the other day of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your group COMFORTABLE ART LIMIT 2 A DAY..I appreciate Jim!
Seattle, Wa - United States
LESA WELLER, Thank you for the feature the other day of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY in your group WILD AND CRAZY 3 IMAGES A DAY.. I appreciate it Lesa!
Sunshine Coast, BC - Canada
Awww, so sweet, Kym! Those eyes!! I hope their parents are around somewhere. I have a soft spot for raccoons even though one once tried to do my cat in!
Kym Backland replied:
Peggy, Yikes, I know, they aren't kind to other animals.. If I had a cat, I surely wouldn't let him out! They all have to try to live together out there... I have seen the cat next door interacts with them.. The neighbor says they get along? I've never gotten a photo of that tho..
Lawrence, KS - United States
He doesn't look so happy, Kym, but what a great shot! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Lesa, I didn't think he looked happy either. I wasn't sure if it was because I found him and he was scared and mad, or because he didn't have his Mommy around.. Thanks for your visit and vote.. Have a great weekend!
Seattle, Wa - United States
JAMES LANIGAN, Happy First Day of August to you! Thank you for the feature my little feller's photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your always beautiful and interesting group -..BEAUTY.. I appreciate your time and efforts so very much James~
Tehachapi, CA - United States
Right on Kym! V/F
Kym Backland replied:
Jacquelyn, I haven't gotten a RIGHT ON in years.. that is so FAR OUT.. hehe.. I can dig it! Thanks for your vote! You are one cool chick! hehe..
Steamboat Springs, CO - United States
beautiful capture. precoscious little devil v/f
Kym Backland replied:
John, Hello... you got it exactly right.. a precocious devil! That's a great description.. (well give it a few weeks) hehe.. Thanks for the vote and visit!
Spring Glen, NY - United States
Are you feeding these little ones if there are no parents around? This is so cute! f/v
Kym Backland replied:
Pamela, Hello, thanks for your note and votes.. I think I saw the mommy! I sent you an email! Thanks for the votes!
Seattle, Wa - United States
TRACY HALL, Happy First Day of August to you! Thank you for the feature my little feller's photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your cool and interesting group SELF-TAUGHT ARTISTS YOUR OWN.. I appreciate your time and efforts Tracy!
Seattle, Wa - United States
JAY MILO, Happy First Day of August to you! Thank you for the feature my little feller's photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? in your wonderful group AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS.. I appreciate it Jay!
Surveyor, WV - United States
This adorable Kym! f/v
Kym Backland replied:
Brenda, Happy August to you! Thanks for your note and vote on this first day of the month!
Surrey, BC - Canada
What you had to go through to get this amazing capture, Kym, is so worth it!! Love it!! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Jordan, Thanks so much for your visit and votes a few weeks back! I appreciate it!
Seattle, Wa - United States
MARIOLA BITNER, Happy August to you~ Thank you for the feature of my photo ARE YOU MY MOMMY? In your emotive and wonderful group WILDLIFE ONE A DAY.. I appreciate it Mariola!
Camp Hill, PA - United States
Kym, perfectly positioned and tack sharp; lovely nature portrait. Thanks for the great commentary. vtd
Kym Backland replied:
Geoff, Thanks for the compliment "Tack sharp".. I realize I had to start using the manual focus.. I appreciate your vote!
Cuenca, Az - Ecuador
You are getting such great captures of these little fellas. Their looks remind me a lot of our cats. V/F
Wynnewood, PA - United States
So cute! Love this series, Kym! vf
Kym Backland replied:
Byron, Good Morning and Happy August to you! Thanks for your note and vote today!
Reno, NV - United States
So cute Kym, have you seen Mom? v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Donna, I just wrote to Tessa, that I THINK I might have spotted the Mother yesterday, but still not sure if it is her or not.. I'll get confirmation and get back to you! Thanks for your visit and vote my friend~
Houston, TX - United States
Wonderful capture Kym! What we go through to take a photo!! Hope mom shows up soon! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Tessa, I think I saw the Mom yesterday.. I don't have a 100% I.D on her yet.. so I don't want to say for sure. I'll try to find out today! Thanks for your visit and vote!
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