We never thought we’d see this on a trail cam! It would seem that this deer has a hydrocele, which is a type of swelling in the scrotum, the pouch of skin that holds the testicles. This swelling happens when fluid collects in the thin sac that surrounds the testicles.
It could be that this poor guy suffered some kind of injury to the area, maybe he suffered a kick to the groin which has now caused it to become swollen. While they’re not known to be harmful, they can definitely be uncomfortable and sadly, we doubt this deer has a vet on speed dial.
Bear Selfie
Bears are known for being curious by nature because they're constantly exploring their environment and snooping around. When it comes to their curious nature, it's actually a natural instinct that helps bears survive in the wild. Take this nosey bear for example, he can't help but investigate this trail camera.
What's more, bears have an incredibly keen sense of smell, which is 100 times greater than ours, which means they pick up scents and smells that we wouldn't even notice. Their curiosity can lead them to investigate new smells and sources of food, even if it means taking risks or exploring unfamiliar territory.
Hey Look, It's a Tapir!
Wow! That's one creepy-looking Tapir. The flash made his eyes bright yellow which gives him this incredibly eerie stare. Besides his beady eyes, Tapirs are pretty weird-looking creatures. They have a distinctive snout that resembles a short trunk, which they use to grab vegetation and bring it to their mouths.
Tapirs are found in several regions throughout the world, including Central and South America, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Philippines. All species of tapirs are primarily forest dwellers and require access to water sources such as rivers, streams, or ponds. They typically inhabit areas with dense vegetation, including rainforests, cloud forests, and swamps.
Wild Whitetail Footage
Wild Whitetails are known for being very adaptable and for their ability to thrive in a variety of different habitats, from forests and grasslands to suburban and urban areas. These animals certainly aren't rare, but it is rare to see them running like this in the middle of the woods.
Maybe we're just being a little sentimental because we've seen "Bambi" a few too many times when we were younger, but we really enjoy seeing deer unencumbered by urban sprawl and human development. There really is nothing like watching wild animals roam free in the woods, just as nature intended.
Polka Dot Moose
We have never seen a moose with fur like that! What a special coat he has, we've never seen anything like it. Moose are not typically known for having a polka-dot coat. However, this looks like a young moose. Moose calves have a unique coloration when they are born, with white spots on a reddish-brown coat.
This helps them to blend in with their surroundings and avoid detection by predators. Occasionally, moose may have white or lighter-colored patches on their coats due to a genetic condition called piebaldism. This condition results in patches of unpigmented skin and hair, which can give the appearance of spots or polka dots.