Fox photography and Hikmicro Thermal Monocular test

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  • čas přidán 26. 04. 2024
  • I've been out of action with a knackered knee for the last few weeks so I was itching to test out a new piece of kit I have on loan from Hikmicro. Finding wildlife can be a real challenge sometimes and so after Hikmicro loaned me one of their fantastic Lynx 2.0 Monoculars it was time to hit the woods to see what I could find. Join me for what turned out to be one of the most magical wildlife experiences I've ever had when I stumbled across a huge family of Red Foxes.
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Komentáře • 294

  • @simonbriggs8053
    @simonbriggs8053 Před 2 měsíci +8

    Whilst cleaning my camera gear and sorting my memory cards, this was the perfect video to watch. Hang on 5 fox cubs, now 6. Just wait a flipping moment am I seeing 7 fox cubs.. This was just the most uplifting piece of footage I've seen for a very long time. You not only inspire others, you also bring so much joy. Well done matey. And then near the end you counted even more...

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Simon, very kind words. Glad i was able to capture the experience and bring it to the viewers. ATB, Si 👀🦊📷

  • @danwillis_photography
    @danwillis_photography Před 2 měsíci +6

    What an absolute privilege to watch and film/photograph that family of beautiful foxes mate. Inspirational to watch 🤩

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Dan, it was certainly a red letter day. You get them now and again!! Thanks for watching👊🏼👀

    • @danwillis_photography
      @danwillis_photography Před měsícem

      @@simoneardley my pleasure mate 👍🏻

  • @DavidJohnBlackwell
    @DavidJohnBlackwell Před 2 měsíci +4

    Great to see you getting back into your wildlife routine Simon. Looks like your new location is going to become your own personal heaven, but Lancashire still misses you mate. Superb video as always.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks David, lots more exploring to do and i'll be bringing everyone along for the ride. Cheers pal 👊🏼👍🏼

  • @robertlawrence7958
    @robertlawrence7958 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Definitely two different litters.
    That heat sensor is a useful bit of kit but at over a thousand pounds its kind of a pricey way to hone one's observational skills.
    I fear that successful wildlife photography is slowly becoming the realm of the wealthy.
    Lovely session with those cubs. That is a beautiful old Welsh oak woodland. So typical of how most of the valleys in Wales used to be before the march of industrialisation.
    Great images.
    Take care of those knees, once they are shot, life becomes a lot different....... I know ☹️
    Best wishes.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Robert, when you compare it to the price of modern mirrorless gear I dont think its too bad but I get where you're coming from. Youre right, beautiful woodlands around here 👌🏼🌳🌳

  • @emeraldwildlife9716
    @emeraldwildlife9716 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Fantastic as always! It's worth the wait between videos for 45 minutes of quality work like this 👍🏻

  • @marieta.s
    @marieta.s Před 2 měsíci +2

    I really enjoyed the footage of the fox cubs. Glad you came out to finally do some photography.

  • @rashmore7237
    @rashmore7237 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Great video as always Simon. I took a look on the thermal scope website and as you mentioned...hunting. A story about how to get into foxing and it wasn't photography. How anyone can kill such a beautiful creature is sickening. I live in the countryside and seeing one is a rare treat.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Yeh, its awful to think about it. It was certainly a red letter day to see them all so close up!!🦊🦊👀📷

  • @johnchecketts1732
    @johnchecketts1732 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Morning Simon mate that is a brilliant video it's a great place ware you are now loads of wildlife. looking forward to seeing the next one mate

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks John, lots more to come mate 👀📷

  • @keithgrafton5006
    @keithgrafton5006 Před 2 měsíci +2

    What a fantastic experience.

  • @user-markparker
    @user-markparker Před 2 měsíci +4

    I’ve been looking at thermal monoculars as have wanted to get one for a while & this is by far the best video on that subject I’ve come across & you’ve sold me!
    As you said you wouldn’t have been able to scout that spot without the thermal monocular & it just outlined their importance as being in the kit bag for any wildlife photographer.
    I really like the look of the Hikmicro Lynx LH25 2.0 & am hoping you include it going forward in future videos.
    The images were fantastic but again that was down to being in the right place which was again down to the monocular.
    You made a great point in as much that to date thermal monoculars have been trained on the shooting & hunting markets but hopefully after watching your video will steer them into the wildlife market.
    I heard a nice saying; Wildlife photography is like hunting, you must have the same instincts as a hunter, but without the desire to kill.
    It’s the hunt of angels, you trail, you track, you aim, then you fire, but instead of killing that animal a photographer makes it everlasting.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Very true Mark, another good one, " Leave only footprints, only take photographs!" Theyre not an essential piece of kit but as you saw they can give you that one special moment that can lead to some once in a lifetime images that make the expenditure so worthwhile. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. 👍🏼👀

  • @robcarter42
    @robcarter42 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Beautiful shots ❤ I just love your dedication and it really pays off when you get the awesome pictures of the beautiful wildlife! Nature is so amazing and beautiful ❤️ Thank you so much for sharing! I always look forward to your videos! ATB! Rob.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks Rob, you get the results when you put the time and effort in mate. ATB, Si

  • @nigelmorley8092
    @nigelmorley8092 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Amazing stuff Simon. As you say it's just being there that for many of us is the joy of wildlife photography..you may forget taking the images but you never forget the experience

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks Nigel, very true. The photos are just a massive bonus!!👌🏼📷

  • @paulcbennettphotography7959
    @paulcbennettphotography7959 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Morning Simon, can I just say I thoroughly enjoyed what I believe to be one of the best ones you’ve done to date !!! And I make you absolutely spot on when it comes to to finding your own subjects and how to approach and how important the right concealment is to achieving your goal, is without doubt the difference between success and failure. But even more important than the results is that your subject whatever that may be is either completely unaware of your presence, thus behaving in a completely natural manner or even if they are aware of your presence you don’t represent danger or a threat as in you don’t represent the human form.
    You’re a man after my own heart in your approach and your passion for doing it your way and the right way.
    All the best
    Paul x

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Paul, its got to be right up there mate when it comes to the subjects welfare. If I can get in, get the shots and away with no disturbance then its a massive bonus!! Thanks for taking the time to watch. 👊🏼👀

  • @michaelwallwork7482
    @michaelwallwork7482 Před 2 měsíci +1

    FANTASTIC! been watching your vlogs since you started. You were good then, but now! Your video's are professional wildlife documentaries. I've not got the ability or the confidence to do a CZcams video. And the work involved and keep finding different content to film must be so time consuming. The comment you made about finding your own wildlife, is so true. My best photos have been of wildlife I've found myself. I also love doing the field work to find it. And the thermal monocular. I'm going to buy one👍. Keep up the great work Simon, I look forward to the episodes. Hope the knee heals up well 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Aah thanks Michael, very kind words. It is a lot of work but I love doing the films and great when you get nice comments on them. Have a go mate, nothing to lose. You might be a natural. Everyones got to start somewhere. ATB, Si👊🏼

  • @tomrounding4239
    @tomrounding4239 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks for sharing this with us, it was amazing :-)
    You are so right about Cam & Concealment and your movements to get into position, also being aware of the wind is bang on :-)
    From a veteran Royal Marine, this video is exactly what draws me to wildlife photography.
    Sometimes it's not the photo but finding and tracking and waiting for that moment, hoofing thanks again :-)

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Nice one Tom, its a necessary skill when photographing truly wild animals 👊🏼👀🦊

  • @RichardBirchett
    @RichardBirchett Před měsícem

    Lovely mate! Took me a while to get around to it as I've been away up North and it's a long one, lol... What can I say my friend, pretty dam good. Top work and a great bit of kit for sure, this fieldcraft is becoming easier these days, lol... We had them back in the day when I was in the Navy and there were as big as a portable TV, lol... Good bit of kit and worth the money, looks like amazing quality. Nice one, see you in the next one. Rich 👊

  • @nigelroberson8911
    @nigelroberson8911 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Started watching this at 0800 and finished it at 1600. In between load car and drive home from Cumbria to Norfolk. All day wondering what the outcome would be. You smashed it Simon. Field craft is the key and you are spot on with the cammo. Ive had Red Deer nearly trample on me because concealment was so good. No photos though because he was too close. Ive a thermal monocular and I agree with your assessment and comments. The countryside is big and these animals are small and widely distributed. Dusk is a good time to have a mooch around. Good work.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Nigel, I had one of the cubs so close I couldnt focus. Amazing experience 👌🏼🦊 Good concealment always pays off.

  • @steve_colwill
    @steve_colwill Před 2 měsíci +1

    Unbelievable, mate! What a fantastic experience. No doubt about it, thermal scopes are a game changer for wildlife watching. I was there at the NEC when you were at the Hikmicro stand! 😁 Great advice re concealment and a top tip about footwear. Hope the knee’s feeling a bit better. Take care and can’t wait for the next vid 👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers pal, its just small things that can make a big difference. Footwear can be one of them. Thanks for watching Steve👀👊🏼

  • @ianbenton4350
    @ianbenton4350 Před měsícem

    What a returning film and photos after your rest. Abso;lutely stunning footage of the fox family, with photos to dream about. Well done Simon you are always informative and down to earth. By the way, did you forget the fig biscuits? Thank you for your enthusiasm and inspiration.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Ian and thanks for following the channel, the figs dont always make it out!!🤣📷

  • @JohnFormstone
    @JohnFormstone Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow!! what a superb video Simon. Awesome footage and images , an absolute treat to see. I'm really liking that thermal imager too, I might have to take a big hammer to my piggy bank. Take care mate. C U soon. 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers John, take a sledgey to it!!!!🤣🤣 "You cant take it with you mate". My missus loves that saying 🤣 All the best, Si 👊🏼

  • @JohnTomasella
    @JohnTomasella Před 2 měsíci +1

    I just bought an Infaray P2 pro $250 USD. It hooks to your phone. I bought it in hopes that it will make finding owls easier. I can't wait to try it out in the field. The test I did in the back yard impressed me. Excellent work, I can't imagine the grin on your face while that was going on in front of you.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers John, good luck with the new gadget!! Yeh, I didn't know where to look!!🦊🦊👀

  • @alisonandguywildlifephotograph
    @alisonandguywildlifephotograph Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hands down the best fox cub footage I’ve ever seen 👏👏👏🥇….the effort you put in… with concealment and field craft and other things is next level…it just goes to show effort = success…well deserved… also the story you tell ..how you approached it is outstanding

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Yep, its great when it all comes together. Thanks for watching 👍🏼👀🦊

  • @garycorbett1789
    @garycorbett1789 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I really enjoyed this one, Simon. Absolutely fantastic and truly justified your comments about being prepared to put the effort in and wait patiently.

  • @paulbaldwin2290
    @paulbaldwin2290 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Great footage really enjoyed this long video Simon credit to you 👌👏👏

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for sticking with it Paul!!🤣🤣👍🏼

  • @andrewwordsworth5364
    @andrewwordsworth5364 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I was at the NEC photography show, and I did look at the binoculars and the type which your using. I may invest shortly

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Yeh the binoculars look smart, I'm hopefully testing some soon 👀🤞🏼

  • @TonyH_379
    @TonyH_379 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Another brilliant video Simon. I was only pestering my wife about a thermal imaging monocular last week so perfect timing 👍 I just wish they weren't so darn expensive (around $2000 🇨🇦 here). Lots of owls in the area I like to photograph but alas I struggle to find them, thermal monocular would be a game changer for me. Have a great week 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Tony, they are a really handy tool for spotting subjects. Once youve tried one you'll not go back!!👀👀

  • @glynwilliams1225
    @glynwilliams1225 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Excellent ‘ noticed the difference straight away with two off them cubs “
    Much more developed. I think that’s two litter in one large earth. That thermal is a game changer . Really enjoyed that Simon

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Glyn, yeh definitely two litters using the same earth🦊🦊

  • @9oldfingers349
    @9oldfingers349 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Video Was far too short! lol, This footage was outstanding if every way, & 9 was the icing on the cake, Thanks for taking us along

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Glad you enjoyed it, i'll do a feature film next time!!🤣🤣🎥

  • @christhorpe1966
    @christhorpe1966 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Absolutely amazing footage Simon and stunning Photography! Top drawer this stuff. Definitely agree with the camo gear giving you the edge, I once had a badger come within 3 feet of me and stood on its hind legs sniffing the air ..I held my breath that long I nearly passed out. Once again brilliant work and a speedy recovery with the knee. Here's to the next one 🦊

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Chris, its ace when you get an experience like that isnt it 👌🏼👀🦊

  • @borderterrierblake
    @borderterrierblake Před 2 měsíci +1

    W☆W Simon AMAZING!!! What a great piece of kit!! AND AMAZING IMAGES AND FOOTAGE!! It's the owner typing here 😂 not the Dog!!! 😂

  • @darrenwaite806
    @darrenwaite806 Před 2 měsíci +1

    If I could give this a thousand thumbs up I would.. absolutely fantastic.. I would be skipping home.. great vlog Simon and awesome images of them cubs.. think I will watch this again.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Darren, if I wasnt on me bike I would have skipped!!🤣🕺🏼

  • @stevewood5631
    @stevewood5631 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Cracking footage and a real privilege to both be part of and be a viewer

  • @Sw33ty75
    @Sw33ty75 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fantastic film & incredible footage Simon, hope that your knee recovers quickly & hope it didn't happen on the bank in your garden if it sadly did it's time for a path to go in I would say

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      No mate, did it at work!! Paths going in soon anyway 👍🏼

  • @leemanton3169
    @leemanton3169 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Another crackin video, Simon, you looked well chuffed with yourself at the end of the video and so you should, all of the pictures at the end were smashing my favourite being the portrait one of the cub with its front feet on the tree stump. I like it that much. I would even consider buying a print from you if you sold them. Thanks again, and I hope the knee gets better soon. All the best Lee

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks Lee, on the mend mate. I'll be setting up a print supply very soon so i'll let people know on the channel when its up and running.

  • @KWTImages
    @KWTImages Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow, what an amazing encounter and footage, well done mate...👊😊👏👏

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Keith, not found any Pine Martens yet though !!👍🏼🤣🤣

  • @andrewcavanagh93
    @andrewcavanagh93 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Another absolute belter of an experience....well worth waiting for this video.
    Thank you Simon, delivered again 👌

  • @anthonyhurren5613
    @anthonyhurren5613 Před 2 měsíci +1

    What a fab experience Simon beautiful footage 👍 totally agree about using the camo it’s been essential for me for those close encounters as well. That thermal monocular is a huge advantage I will have to save up for one of those. Keep it up mate 👍 Ant

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Ant, we'd never get those experiences without good concealment and fieldcraft 👀

  • @stephensimmons8657
    @stephensimmons8657 Před 2 měsíci +1

    That is such a privilege, nature as intended ❤️ that mum certainly has her work cut but looks to be doing magnificent. Superb video 👏👏

  • @sue.Holmes1960
    @sue.Holmes1960 Před 2 měsíci +1

    What a complete joy to watch, thank you 👍📷🦊. Glad you are up and about and knee is recovering.

  • @neilward4936
    @neilward4936 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Brilliant little film mate you are a very lucky man to have all this wildlife and hopefully much more .top quality ❤

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers pal, i wish I had your number of permissions!!!!🤣🤣

  • @stuart1970
    @stuart1970 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow amazing video of the cubs..look forward to your next video👍

  • @Ianbadger12
    @Ianbadger12 Před měsícem

    Simon you really make some fantastic videos, when I’m feeling down and fed up you seriously cheer me up and get me back on track. Keep up the good work you make a real difference to the world and the community 😊

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Ian, very kind words. All the best,Si 👍🏼👊🏼

  • @richhutch908
    @richhutch908 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Simon , you hit the jackpot. Absolutely, Positively, Magnificent. I love it. In Korea, they are called Yosu. !! Richard Hutchings, Florida.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Richard, cant beat a Red Yosu🦊🦊🦊😃👊🏼

  • @paulflewitt2057
    @paulflewitt2057 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Just watched your video Simon, absolutely amazing you’ve done a fantastic job Capturing them all on film, and some really nice shots, wonderful to see them all thriving, what a fantastic sight that must have been, top work 👏👏👏😍😍😍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Paul, it was a memorable experience 👀👊🏼

  • @ggwildlife
    @ggwildlife Před 2 měsíci +1

    nice one Simon got meself a fox yesterday too but no cubs though, great piece of video mate, look forward to the next one.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Nice one, any fox is a bonus. Theyre tricky subjects🦊🦊

  • @peterobinson5465
    @peterobinson5465 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow Simon wow what a game changer that scope is and some absolutely stunning images and footage .Thank you

  • @lollbell
    @lollbell Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow you nailed it again mate fantastic really puts you on a high and puts your troubles miles away well done again mate .

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Not wrong there, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼

  • @CliveWooton
    @CliveWooton Před měsícem

    hi Simon glad your back miss your videos hope your knee heals up soon .that is a great bit of kit so handy looks lovely where your now live best wishes clive

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Clive, its a beautiful part of the world. I feel very privileged👍🏼👊🏼

  • @TonyRKD
    @TonyRKD Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fantastic video Simon - it’s up there with your best! 👌

  • @Rob.1340
    @Rob.1340 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Good bit of kit. Absolutely brilliant film, fantastic. Thank you. Beautiful images. All the best. 👍📷😎

  • @andyheywoodsphotographya-h7913

    Awsome Simon couldn't believe how many cubs I was seeing I've not seen that many before ,great bit of kit was looking at similar ones a while back I would have to get one without the wife seeing it 😂 great footage ,well done 📸👍

  • @stephencooper8565
    @stephencooper8565 Před 2 měsíci +1

    One of the best videos I’ve seen , some amazing footage . Thanks so much for sharing Simon 👏👏👏

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Very kind, thanks Stephen 🦊👍🏼

  • @woodymeristem2223
    @woodymeristem2223 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Super video -- well done sir👍👍👍👍 Agreed, some of those kits look significantly older than the rest, probably a blended litter where the female has somehow adopted another female's kits -- or two females used the same den and share maternal duties, although that's unlikely.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Woody, yeh thats what I was thinking too 👍🏼🦊

  • @raytaylor3090
    @raytaylor3090 Před měsícem

    Hi Simon, excellent video with a great lesson on fieldcraft and concealment . Those shots you got of the cubs were amazing, a big thumbs up for them. I always use the mask and jacket and have had deer so close it amazing, they see something but don't know what it is so come closer, also hares. Keep the videos coming, its great also to see the excitement and enjoyment you get from making them.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Appreciate those comments Ray. Fieldcraft and concealment is a great aspect of wildlife photography and a real challenge sometimes. 👍🏼🦊👀

  • @MacOSTen
    @MacOSTen Před 2 měsíci +1

    That is one superb video. Thanks. Those foxes are beautiful. Privilege to see them.

  • @cliftonwhittaker260
    @cliftonwhittaker260 Před měsícem

    I've never seen such a passel of fox sibs and cousins. Cuteness overload. Thanks for the product review, Simon, and thanks for taking us along on your photo walk. I enjoyed it immensely.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Great werent they Clifton. Glad you enjoyed the film. 🦊🎥

  • @MartinJSmithPhotographyUK
    @MartinJSmithPhotographyUK Před 2 měsíci +1

    That was a right good film, Simon. Thanks for sharing I enjoyed that whilst eating my breakfast.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for watching Martin 🦊👍🏼👀

  • @Pseagust
    @Pseagust Před 2 měsíci +1

    Glad your knee is better. What an amazing experiance. Thanks you 👍

  • @carlos1982
    @carlos1982 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow just fantastic 👌👌

  • @Philsphotos988
    @Philsphotos988 Před měsícem

    Great to see you out and about again Simon, hope the knee is improving. Amazing experience with the fox cubs, thanks so much for sharing it. Look forward to the next video. 👍

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Phil, getting there mate. These hills around are a real test for it!!🤣 Thanks for watching👊🏼👀

  • @miketibbotts9983
    @miketibbotts9983 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hi Simon, another excellent video and your method and approach is spot on. I've got the FQ50 which I use just like you and it works a treat! Keep up the good work!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Nice one Mike, hope you like it as much as I do!! Its permanently out with me now all the time.👌🏼

  • @rustyanddebbieperkins
    @rustyanddebbieperkins Před 2 měsíci +1

    Outstanding!!!

  • @markcrossley9158
    @markcrossley9158 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Outstanding shots of those cubs!!!!!!

  • @johneast7987
    @johneast7987 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Well done Simon👍

  • @user-kk9cw
    @user-kk9cw Před 2 měsíci +1

    Cracking video well worth the time to watch. Great footage, helpful facts and a great presenter. Next job - buy Buck wheat husks

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers pal, husks are the future!!👌🏼

  • @andywhiteside16
    @andywhiteside16 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow that was fantastic those cube looked in excellent condition as did the vixen must be plenty of food for them.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Yeh theyre all in good nick. Lots of pheasants round here!!👍🏼

  • @markprice470
    @markprice470 Před 29 dny

    Thats so good Simon, that looked like the most wonderful evening.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před 6 dny

      Cheers Mark, it was one to remember !!📷🦊

  • @aneurinlloyd1964
    @aneurinlloyd1964 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Nice 1 si,wonderful footage and stills,our county has plenty more to give,like a wildlife oasis😊

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Nye, looking forward to seeing plenty more of it. Not enough hours in the day mate🤣

  • @patricianadarajah6833
    @patricianadarajah6833 Před 2 měsíci

    Amazing ! Looks like 2 litters. We had a vixen who took in a litter with her own when their mom disappeared.

  • @photographic_nomad
    @photographic_nomad Před 2 měsíci +1

    This is the best video you've done. Absolutely brilliant to watch mate! Cracking 🔥💯

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Cheers Pete and thanks for watching 👀👊🏼

  • @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969
    @RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 Před měsícem

    Fantastic. Loved watching the cubs playing together n feeding with the Vixen. Absolutely mint. Loved it n totally agree about the satisfaction of finding your own subjects. Great bit of kit too.
    Atb Rick n Billydog

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Rick, I was so lucky to see the vixens interaction. Right place, right time . ATB, Si👍🏼🦊

  • @aaronbaynton4029
    @aaronbaynton4029 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Love the video. Now I know it's worth a purchase. 👍

  • @peacockmick2
    @peacockmick2 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fantastic video thanks for sharing Simon 👍🏼

  • @user-rl5uk4cr2c
    @user-rl5uk4cr2c Před 2 měsíci +2

    Absolutely brilliant video have you treated your self to one yet brilliant piece of kit how much 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks, not yet mate. Still got this on test. Theyre between £1050 and £1200

  • @rlrphotography-uk
    @rlrphotography-uk Před 2 měsíci +1

    Amazing well done, I can't remember where I saw it FB ,News, or spring watch but I think they said the most they had ever seen was 7 cubs, Do you have a record 9 in the bag? Possibly .always look forward to your brilliant, down to earth vlogs. Best wildlife entertainment on YT. Thanks.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thankyou very much. Looking back at the footage and hearing from other people it would seem more likely that there was 2 litters in the same earth. Possibly adopted by one vixen. Hard to say without some lengthy observation.

  • @ClareChadwick
    @ClareChadwick Před 2 měsíci +1

    Wow!!!! Absolutely beautiful footage & images. Just amazing 🥰

  • @barrycurwen6949
    @barrycurwen6949 Před měsícem

    Great fieldcraft as always, fantastic footage and images recording a special experience, well done.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Barry, great that I could share it with you 👍🏼🦊

  • @FrankH-sz1ln
    @FrankH-sz1ln Před 2 měsíci

    Possibly my favourite video out of all yours Simon. But they are all fantastic. I love Foxes, how anyone can hunt these beautiful little things is beyond my comprehension. Thanks for your time, I’ll watch this again and again.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      I know Frank it beggers belief really. Hopefully these will grow to full maturity and thrive . Fingers crossed👍🏼

  • @pathogan4854
    @pathogan4854 Před měsícem

    excellent video and what a great piece of kit to have in your arsenal !! Some fantastic footage of the very misunderstood Fox as so man misconceptions the have been vilified in children's stories for decades !

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thanks Pat, very true they get a seriously hard time. How anyone can hurt them is beyond me 🦊

  • @richardpill8322
    @richardpill8322 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Absolutely fantastic! Well done Simon, you remind me of me as I use very similar techniques! I would say that there were two litters there, perhaps a surrogate mother because something has happened to the other mother as foxes have 3-5 cubs? All the best.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Yeh, my thoughts too Richard. Cheers for watching

  • @peterdawson6239
    @peterdawson6239 Před měsícem

    One of your best videos, excellent footage and stills - respect!

  • @chrisfowler5079
    @chrisfowler5079 Před 2 měsíci

    One of the best videos you’ve ever done on the channel. I’m definitely saving up to get myself one of those thermal imaging monoculars. It’s going to give you a massive advantage.🙂👍🏻

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Chris, you wont be disappointed 👍🏼

  • @chrismc2090
    @chrismc2090 Před měsícem

    Wow! What a fantastic video and set of photos Simon, well worth putting the effort and long hours in, really great video this one 👏

  • @garywebster8355
    @garywebster8355 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Best film ever simon. Fantastic.

  • @fraud1able
    @fraud1able Před měsícem

    Hi Simon, great video and I totally agree with you regarding camo and wind direction. However, the best tip I would say is staying still and if needing to move, is doing it really slow so not to spook them.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Without a doubt, theres a lot of elements that go towards not being spotted!!👀👀 ATB, Si 👍🏼

  • @rogersedgbeer
    @rogersedgbeer Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you Simon, A wonderful 45 mins of footage and down to earth advice. what more could anybody ask.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      No probs Roger, glad you enjoyed it 👊🏼

  • @davedewdney
    @davedewdney Před 2 měsíci

    wow that was so nice to watch and thats some kit thanks for sharing loved it

  • @MrJeyjey2707
    @MrJeyjey2707 Před 2 měsíci

    Just magical my friend! I will be purchasing one of those...cracking video and narrative..5 stars!!!

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Thankyou very much and cheers for watching

  • @seanganly2773
    @seanganly2773 Před měsícem

    Brilliant footage Simon. You just keep on inspiring.

  • @TheRackdog
    @TheRackdog Před měsícem

    Absolutely stunning Si

  • @SpottedThroughLens
    @SpottedThroughLens Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fantastic footage, and great info about what you pack and how you approach, another enjoyable watch, I’ve got a thermal they are very impressive but tempted to upgrade the colour seems to help mine just shows white heat.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem +1

      Thankyou, yes my favourite is the Fusion setting which shows subjects really well. Nice to have the 4 options. 👀👍🏼

  • @DaveBone894
    @DaveBone894 Před měsícem

    Absolutely fantastic ,just a joy to watch 😀 Thanks Simon👍👍

  • @wildphil
    @wildphil Před měsícem

    Fantastic work and footage, Simon 👏👏👍

  • @alandearson1270
    @alandearson1270 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video again Simon.

  • @sophielouiserugby7
    @sophielouiserugby7 Před 2 měsíci

    so amazing & a really lovely watch 💞🦊 thank you!

  • @tonyw3250
    @tonyw3250 Před 2 měsíci

    Great work, lovely images

  • @michelebooth1998
    @michelebooth1998 Před měsícem

    Lovely footage ❤

  • @steviebye1
    @steviebye1 Před 2 měsíci

    Living the dream Simon. Absolutely amazing. 9 Unbelievable. I had to look up the price straight away. Around £1000 depending where you look. Cheap if it gets you shots like this. Great to see you back doing your thing mate. Are you going to buy one. Hope the knee is better soon. All the best. Steve.

    • @simoneardley
      @simoneardley  Před měsícem

      Yeh i think its a worthwhile investment depending on the type of photography you do Stevie. I will no doubt invest soon, once youve had use of one its hard not to have one in the bag!!🤣👍🏼

  • @rikarthur8969
    @rikarthur8969 Před měsícem

    Fabulous and thoroughly absorbing video.

  • @SkylarkFields
    @SkylarkFields Před měsícem

    Absolutely wonderful foxy footage!! Made my day to see that! Thank you!