As a wildlife photographer, I’m always on the lookout for majestic scenes to capture through my lens. Recently, I had the immense pleasure of photographing two stunning seven-point white-tailed bucks at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Two Seven Point Bucks
It was an early August morning when I arrived at the refuge, hoping to spot white-tailed deer. As I drove along the auto tour road, I suddenly spotted both bucks feeding in a soybean field. I quickly parked and positioned myself quietly, waiting to see if they would come nearer. Sure enough, the two regal bucks with impressive seven-point antler racks slowly made their way in my direction, completely at ease. Their antlers were still covered in soft velvet, signalling the prime summer season.
7-Point Buck In Soybeans
As the deer drew closer to where I sat invisible in my pickup, I was able to admire their antlers closely – the seven points branching out impressively from each rack. The velvet coating gave them an otherworldly, almost mystical appearance. I swiftly readied my camera and began photographing as they gracefully grazed on soybeans just yards away, capturing the magnificence of these two white-tailed bucks in velvet.
Another Seven Point Buck In Soybeans
Moments like these are why I love photographing wildlife at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. With over 14,000 acres of protected wetlands and forest, it’s an ideal habitat for white-tailed deer and a top destination for photographers. I’m already looking forward to returning soon and discovering what majestic scenes I might be able to capture next.
Steve Creek, Wildlife Photographer
Gear Used:
- Camera: Canon EOS R5
- Lens: RF100-500 mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
Technical:
- Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
- Date and Time Taken: August 18, 2022 (07:31 A. M.)
- Program Mode: Manual
- Aperture: f7.1
- Shutter speed: 1/640
- ISO: 6400 (Auto)
- Focal Length: 500 mm
Here is another Whitetail Buck in a cornfield: 6-Point Buck Standing To Eat
