Stoats in the Garden

Discussion in 'Wildlife Corner' started by skylark, Jun 24, 2008.

  1. skylark

    skylark Apprentice Gardener

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    I first saw a stoat last friday about 6pm crossing the lane. Over the last few days I keep seeing them & yesterday I saw 3! This is what I filmed from my conservatory yesterday - they are fearless little beasts & completely bonkers! The camera isn't very still as I was laughing so much! lol

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stkmvmKY58o
     
  2. Kedi-Gato

    Kedi-Gato Gardener

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    What a wonderful video, skylark. A merry little trio, I did so enjoy watching them leaping around with not a care in the world. Thanks for sharing.
     
  3. strongylodon

    strongylodon Old Member

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    Defifnitely bonkers.:thumb: never seen one, only a weasel or two.
     
  4. Cookie Monster

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    Excellent footage! It is so entertaining watching these guys prancing around! You are fortunate having them in your garden - but I knew with a wildlife garden like yours, how could they resist!!

    Thanks for showing us Emy! :)
     
  5. anakat

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  6. Ivory

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    Too funny. Remind me of a ferret I had for a short time. Always completely frenetic, then the battery wd go out all of a sudden and he wd fall asleep on the spot.
     
  7. derwent

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    We get a stoat in the garden often first thing in the morning and it gives a fine display of accrobatics in return for a hens egg I put out for it.
     
  8. JarBax

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    Wow - you are so lucky - theyare amazing little creatures - well done for capturing their antics so clearly!
     
  9. takemore02withit

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    Must have been a sight to see Emy, thanks for showing us!! 02
     
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