Explore the diverse flora and fauna on the Downs from season to season through personal observations and photographs

Monday, 14 Jul 2025

Roe Deer and fawn on Banstead Downs

What a start to my walk today! Just 3 minutes after setting foot on the Downs I realised that there were a Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) doe and her fawn walking towards me along the path. So I fired off a quick couple of shots and ducked into the trees to my right, trying to […]