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Russian Desman - adult - searches environment with its sense of smell - probing air with flexible nose - typical posture (Desmana moschata ). Okskii Biospheric Nature Reserve - river Oka valley - Central Russia - 50km East from Ryazan town - Autumn - October
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Amidst the picturesque landscape of the Okskii Biospheric Nature Reserve in Central Russia, an adult Russian Desman (Desmana moschata) cautiously explores its environment, utilizing its exceptional sense of smell to navigate the world around it. With its elongated, flexible snout, the desman probes the air, detecting the faintest scent of food or danger. This intriguing mammal, also known as the European water-mouse or Russian water-dog, is a well-adapted inhabitant of the river Oka valley, living primarily in burrows near the water's edge. The Russian Desman is a rare and elusive creature, with a rich history that dates back to ancient times. References to these animals can be found in the historical records of the Slavic peoples, who considered them to be sacred and believed that they possessed magical powers. Today, these fascinating creatures continue to captivate both scientists and nature enthusiasts, who are drawn to their unique features and adaptations. As autumn sets in and the leaves begin to turn, the desman goes about its daily routine, searching for food and shelter to see it through the winter months. Its typical posture, with its head tilted forward and its eyes peering intently, reveals a creature that is both alert and focused, always on the lookout for opportunities and threats in its environment. This image offers a rare glimpse into the world of this enigmatic and elusive mammal, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the unique creatures that inhabit it.
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