The Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including Whitetail Deer. Recently, I photographed two 7-point bucks in a soybean field, both in their stunning velvet antlers.

Deer in velvet refers to the soft, fuzzy layer that covers the antlers of male deer during the summer months. As the autumn approaches, this velvet dries up and eventually falls off, revealing the hard antlers underneath. The velvet is rich in blood vessels, which helps to transport nutrients to the growing antlers.

The sight of these two 7-point bucks in velvet was truly a sight to behold. The bucks were leisurely grazing on the soybeans, not caring that I was sitting in my pickup nearby. 

The Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to observe whitetail deer, especially during the summer months when they are in velvet. With over 14,000 acres of protected land, visitors are sure to have a chance to see these magnificent animals up close and personal. Whether you’re a photographer or simply a nature lover, the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is a must-visit destination.

Two Seven Point Bucks

Two Seven Point Bucks

7 Point Buck In Soybeans

7 Point Buck In Soybeans

Another Seven Point Buck In Soybeans

Another Seven Point Buck In Soybeans

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.)
  • Exposure Mode: Manual
  • Aperture: f7.1
  • Shutter speed: 1/640
  • ISO: 6400 (Auto)
  • Focal Length: 500 mm

Here is another Whitetail Buck in a cornfield: 8 Point Whitetail Buck In Corn