I was impressed when I learned that Black Tail deer can communicate with each other by means of over 10 different vocalizations. I have always admired them for their beauty. They are gentle animals, wary but curious, which can be used to get their attention. I have talked to them many times when I get close enough and they sometimes appear to stand and listen. Other times they may run off a bit and then stop and turn to look. If I talk more, they have remained for some time seemingly staring at me, as this buck is doing here.

Interesting information from http://www.ehow.com/info_8342600_blacktailed-deer.html:

"The Columbia black-tailed deer is primarily located in California, Oregon and British Columbia. The forests that black-tailed deer occupy are characterized by cooler temperatures and a lot of precipitation. Black-tailed deer do not migrate due to seasonal changes, and stay in the same area most of the time."

"Black-tailed deer are herbivores and eat the variety of plants and herbs that are within their habitat. The animal will even eat poison oak without experiencing an allergic reaction. The deer communicate with each over using over 10 vocalizations. When startled, the black-tailed deer, according to International Hunter Education Association, "will run with high, stiff-legged bounce, like mule deer." Common predators of the deer include coyotes, cougars, bears, wolves and golden eagles." (And, of course, humans!)