Golden Marmot
Well, the marmot’s not golden, just the light. I tried to get him to do 2 things – neither he did. The first thing was to try to get a little of that golden light reflected in his eyes – but, NO, he’d never face the light. The second was to catch him squeaking. He’d squeak out a warning, but I’d miss it by a fraction of a second. I hung around with him for a good 10 minutes trying to catch a squeak in a frame. When I caught myself yelling, “Squeak, damn you! Squeak!” I knew it was time to move on.
Honestly – first they refuse to wear the little lederhosen outfits I slave over a hot sewing machine to make for them, then they won’t even pose properly. Sheesh. (please, no angry letters – I’m kidding)
Marmots are considered an at risk and endangered species
Mt Evans Wilderness Area
Golden Marmot belongs to the following groups:
Endangered Species and Exotic Mammals Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints and Framed Prints
Deborah H. Benoit
You are too funny Jay. I think they are so cute and this is a wonderful capture!!!
Jay Ryser replied
Thanks Deb
djlampkins
ROFLMAO…. lederhosen…. Now there’s a visual…. ....TOO FUNNY!!
Now if you could just get him to pick up the toothbrush you laid next to him…. lol
Jay Ryser replied
I gave up on the toothbrush and am seeking sponsorship from the Crest people. Keep your eye out for a new White Strips ad on TV very soon.
Mar Silva
Now this is a marmut if I ever saw one!
They are one of my favorite’s as you know.
Jay Ryser replied
And obviously one of mine too.
Krys Bailey
How COULD you expect a my cousins to wear Lederhosen? No wonder he was miffed! As the MEGA Marmotta from Italy, I would suggest you provided your marmot with a neat little Ferrari to drive and he may have posed nicely for you! Is there no end to this marmot torment? Is there no end to your wonderful marmot snaps? (I hope not!) ;o)
Jay Ryser replied
Under the advice of my attorney and the threat of further legal action from the Colorado Division of Wildlife, I’m not allowed to divulge full details from the marmot in a remote controlled toy jeep “incident.” Suffice to say, a little Ferrari would likely prove just as tragic. But I’ve said too much already. Let’s agree never to speak of this again.
Marvin Collins
Great shot Jay, I often talk to birds that same way, but they rarely cooperate either. Cute little varmint, well done…......lol
Jay Ryser replied
They’re still more cooperative than my own family
JLDunn
Hahahaha! You always have me in stitches, it is a fabulous portrait even without the lederhosen:)
Jay Ryser replied
My next plan was a pair of nerd glasses and a plastic pocket pen protector. The lederhosen just seemed classier, more of an alpine theme.
Lori Peters
You know these creatures never listen!!! Beautiful shot, Jay.
Mirka Rueda Ro...
Marmots are considered to be at risk for being yelled at by impatient photographers too, seems to me :)) Great shot Jay!
Rich Gale
I love marmots when they whistle its amazing, this is a great image teh light on him is wonderful, great work very well done.
Rich.
Jay Ryser replied
Thanks Rich