Reflections in the Wild: The Spotted Deer and Its Wetland Sanctuary

Some moments in nature feel like they belong in a painting. This was one of them. A light mist hung over the wetlands as I adjusted my camera lens, watching a spotted deer (Chital) carefully step onto a small island of grass. It lowered its head to drink, its reflection shimmering in the still water—a perfect mirror image of nature’s harmony.

A young deer delicately sips water from a serene, reflective pond surrounded by lush greenery.

Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary never fails to amaze me. It’s a world where nature moves at its own pace, and every visit brings a new story. This deer, calm and unbothered, reminded me why I love capturing wildlife—the raw beauty, the untamed elegance, and the little reminders of how peaceful the natural world can be!