Trail cams are often used  among scientists and nature enthusiasts to track animal's activity. But every once in a while they can capture some bizarre, funny or frightening pictures that can make your jaw drop. So grab a snack, kick back, and enjoy these really wonderful photos that captured some truly special moments.

Deer on a Treasure Hunt

Wildlife photography is one niche that helps us get close to the fascinating world of animals and understand their lives better. Judging by this picture, it's evident that wild creatures not only enjoy staying up at night like humans, but they also love playing treasure hunt games.

This deer found a barrel filled with yummy treats and thought of taking this back to his herd as a surprise. He could have rolled the container on the ground with his feet, but no. And now it's stuck between his antlers! We hope this buck found a friend to help before he lost his calm!

Tumbleweed for a Hat

Who knew even animals have fashion shows! The deer in the frame here is all set to take over the ramp with a tumbleweed hat! Isn't he the most handsome guy you have ever seen?

Jokes aside, living in forests isn't easy. While the sharp antlers help wild creatures to keep themselves safe, sometimes they still end up in weird yet funny situations. This young buck was relaxing in its zone, minding its business, and suddenly this dried pileup landed on its head with the wind. Luckily, the camera captured this cute and hilarious moment at the right time for us to enjoy!

Thankfully, Trail Cameras Exist!

Hugging a soft, cuddly toy teddy bear can relieve you from stress, but a live walking one would give you all the more anxiety. Thank god trail cameras exist, no one gets hurt, and we get to see the cute yet terrifying animal up close in its natural habitat! Isn't this picture incredible?!

This beautiful brown mammal is probably sprinting towards a tasty bamboo shoot or is trying to catch up with other members of its herd. How amazing it would be to coexist with these fluffy creatures if only they were a little friendly and smaller.

They Spotted the Camera

It's raining deer in these parts of the jungle, and it seems they have discovered the instrument that's been flashing light at them in the night. Everyone is confused and staring right at the camera lens, trying to figure out what to do with the device. We hope they did not destroy it!

Deer are harmless animals, but even such a large herd of these innocent beings can scare anyone to their core! Or maybe the photographer hung some delicious treats on the tree so that it attracts the entire clan so the forest ministry can keep a count of their population.

Otter's Meal Time

A well-fed and happy otter was attempting to hide his next meal when the camera caught him in action. Clearly, he does not like sharing food! It's believed that otters are a little mean and selfish creatures, and this picture is proof that it's not a wrong assumption!

It's also fair because despite their sharp teeth and powerful bite, hunting for such a huge fish would not have been easy for the little beast, which is quite probably why he wanted to enjoy this delicious victory dinner all by himself.

Owls Don't Let Others Sleep Peacefully

Owls only see at night, and this is what they do for fun - scare off other sleeping animals while they are already having a nightmare. It seems like the winged-creature wants to sit on the buck's neck, control him by his long ears, and go for a ride in the dark. The poor deer has become pale in fear!

Thanks to the trail camera's incredible timing, now we know what do the wisest of them all birds do when the whole world is asleep! This funny incident aside, notice the details on the owl's feathers. Isn't it spectacular?

Eagles' WWF Championship

It is an extraordinary experience to photograph an eagle because its expressions are so always extremely intense. Now imagine capturing two of these mighty birds in action, trying to smash each other's heads in the air. Simply wow!

As much thrilling as it sounds, dare you go near these angry predators, and they would stop fighting to gulp you alive. But worry not, inventions like trail cameras not only keeps you safe at the office but lets you enjoy the championship with pop-corns. Such mind-blowing results are only achievable with modern-day technical tools!

A Squirrel With Its Parachute

Squirrels are one of the most naughty and cute little animals. They keep frolicking on tall trees without any fear of falling on the ground. After all, they have highly stretchable limbs to jump from one branch to another.

But did you know there are different categories of the species? The one you see in the image here belongs to the flying squirrel troop. These look a lot similar to bats, but they can't actually fly like them or other birds. Although, it appears as if this rodent tried taking the leap of faith, only to land on the deer's back.

A Picture Where Everyone Is Happy

Incredible technology allows us to freeze unbelievable and precious moments forever. Take this image here, for instance. You don't see an animal taking a group selfie often. Domesticated or trained pets may do that, but wild animals being comfortable around polaroids is a rare scenario.

You point any object towards them, and these innocent creatures think that humans have come to hunt them, which why they either run away or towards the cameraman. Trail cams are the perfect solution to this problem. Look at the photo - the raccoon is happy, scientists are delighted with the outcomes, and those two deers in the background are also peacefully enjoying their meal!

Fox Fights Raccoon; Prize - A Red Car

It looks like both these wild creatures want to make that broken old car their home. The machine is big enough to host these two and many of their friends as well. But no, animals love marking their territories.

To decide who gets the vehicle - there's going to be a battle soon. Who would you vouch for - the clever fox or vicious raccoon? However, that flash of light in the raccoon's eyes makes him look like a winner already! Pure devil! Foxes aren't any less either - they are the greatest tricksters of the animal world. It's a tough call, overall!

It's Party Time in the Jungle

It looks like the raccoon won in the previous fight with the fox, and it's time for the celebration now! All his friends have gathered for a bonfire night. It appears some of them have eaten way too much or jumped around a lot. Half of the troop has already passed out, while the other half is caressing their tummies to make space for another round of delicious meals.

If it wasn't for this phenomenal technology, we would have never known who won the championship or how do these animals celebrate their victory!

Sleepy Mommy, Hungry Babies

While other photos on the list are exclusive, we bet this isn't a rare sight. Even human babies trouble their mums exactly when it's time to sleep. Let's just hope this dozing sleepy mother did not fall off the slope and hurt any of the kits. Long night ahead for her!

There's no denying that this particular species of creatures look really cute, but those little ones steal the show. They are cuddly, soft, and certainly not scary like the adult versions. Such scenarios can only be captured via remote cameras, as otherwise, animal parents don't ever let anyone come close to their children, let alone photograph them up close!

Living Up to Their Uber Reputation

Why walk when you can have a piggyback ride on a buffalo for free! After all, cows and buffaloes are the Ubers of the animal world. From birds to creatures like this little kitty here, almost all small to medium-sized birds and mammals use them for transportation. It's cute and hilarious at the same time!

We wonder if these giant beings even realize that someone is sitting on their back. They just don't seem bothered at all. However, look at the cat having an eagle's eye view from up there. She's must have caught a big fat mouse that night!

One Coyote for Two Deer

We understand there's not much to do in the animal kingdom other than fighting or playing with each other. But what possibly could be the reason for the battle between two deer and a coyote. They don't even eat the same type of food, so that strikes off!

Whatever it may be, the scenario is hilarious and absolutely meme-worthy! While the bucks are unbothered and almost confused as to why is this little creature babbling at them, the coyote is fully shouting at the top of his lungs. Perhaps it doesn't want any other animal in its territory!

Worst Photobomber Ever

Apparently, remote cameras don't camouflage very well, and animals spot them easily. Naturally, they fiddle with the device, and as a result, sometimes we get stunning close-up shots, while other times, the results are hazy like this picture here.

Moreover, it was a woodpecker that mistook the electronic device for a wooden branch and began to drill, as its usual practice. It got disappointed and angry upon seeing no outcomes. Thankfully, the bird could not damage the polaroid, and it still captured the lush green forest in the background.

Tiger After A Mud-Bath

Most wild animals often dip themselves into cool mud to shed some heat from their body. This activity is widely prevalent during scorching summer days. Naturally, a trail camera captured the image of a muddy tiger walking across sparse forests.

The animal must have immersed itself into the mud for some cool relief. The striking part of the picture is the exquisite contrast of the color of soil to the tiger’s skin. Even after the aggressive posture of the animal and the fierce eyes, it is amusing to see that even predators need to cool off!

Raccoon Piggy Back Rides A Feral Hog

It seems like this raccoon was pretty bored with the conventional modes of transport and just sought a change of scene. It’s okay; we’re not judging! The raccoon, under the blanket of the night, thought that it would be a good idea to climb the back of a feral hog.

Although we are unsure what madness drove the animal to perform such a courageous task, the wild boar does not seem to mind giving the little raccoon a piggyback ride. We just hope the small furry and fearless animal made it home safe.

A Herd of Deer Caught Feasting

We all love a good time with friends and family, don’t we? It seems as if this family of deer loves it just as much as we do! A trail camera caught a herd of deer bundled up after midnight in the middle of a dense forest.

The device seems to have caught the herbivorous herd in alarm, judging by their wide-open and glistening eyes. Each animal stares right into the camera, just inches away from reaching our soles. We hope they would continue their feast without minding the presence of the cam.

Fast Getaway By The Raccoon

Could you imagine a wild coyote running you up a tree? This little raccoon seems to have lived it and survived to tell the tale! The hungry coyote thought the scurrying scavenger to be easy prey. But the sneaky raccoon seems to have outsmarted the cunning coyote and ran up the tree for his life.

Judging by the picture taken by a trail cam, we can assume that the animal made it safely to the top and survived the vicious attack. The predator may need to do more work if he doesn’t wish to go hungry to bed!

Deer Vs. Raccoon: The Final Showdown

Although raccoons may have given us great spectacles in the past, in this picture, the deer appears to have the upper hand. The trail camera caught a deer and a little raccoon fighting each other for their lives (or maybe food?) underneath an automatic feeder.

We don’t know how these two began to breathe down each other’s necks, but the picture is pure art! It seems that the raccoon is at the losing end as it struggles to fend off the attacker. However, we still hope the two animals made peace in the end.

A Scary Sight

Well, the first question that pops into our heads is that how on earth did this clown find his way to the center of the forest and that in the middle of the night. Not only that, but this scary clown is making the image even more unsettling by looking straight into the trail camera recorder. Maybe he was heading to a party and decided to take a shortcut.

Whatever the case might be, we are just hoping that we never come across such a scary scene in a real-life scenario. A lone clown amidst a dark forest would test the wits of even the bravest of us.

Poor Bunny

This image caught the last moments before this hungry lion attacked the poor rabbit, who appears to be pretty busy. Even though we don't know what went down there, we are sure that the rabbit must have got his way out of the situation, given his hearing sense and speed. But on the other hand, we can't downplay the rate of mountain predators.

You might be feeling sad about the poor animal about to fall prey, and yes, we agree with you that it is a sad circle of life. But who knows, maybe the bunny got lucky!

Spreading Love Everywhere

Animals are quite loving when they are in their natural homes. It appears that the trail camera captured an intimate moment between these two deer. Well, such scenes are quite rare as these animals are quite shy and prefer to stay away from the human population.

Our guess says that they are probably cleaning each other, which also a sign of love and affection. There are chances that these two might be sneaking away from their colony to have fun and explore the thick and green forest. Either way, we must say it is an adorable picture!

Giant White Eagles And The Limb

We bet that not many of you might have already seen such giant birds in real life and that too fighting over a tree limb. Well, one thing is certain, wood can sometimes be a strong addition to their nests, and that is why they are willing to have a competition to decide who gets to keep the limb.

We aren't sure who will be the victor at the end, but we must say that it is such a treat to watch this magnificent and rare sight. Besides that, we hope that we never come across these majestic fliers because it would be us losing the fight!

An Aggressive Boar

If you are interested in studying a little about wildlife, you might have read it somewhere that boars are best known for their aggressive behavior. Not only do they behave wild with other animals, but they also act pretty aggressively in front of humans, and their attacks can sometimes be fatal. So, the best advice would be to stay away from these unpredictable animals.

The raccoon in the picture does not stand a chance against this giant omnivore who has him resolutely pinned to the ground as he gnaws at him. We hope that the little guy managed to pull a wily getaway in the end.

Little Bears

It seems that the trail camera captured something very adorable. By the looks of it, it looks more like a wolverine. Because of his back legs' position, it is a little hard for us to tell what precisely this weird yet adorable looking animal is?

There are chances that many of you have not heard of wolverines – not the Hugh Jackman version. So, here is a piece of exciting information for you, wolverines are really muscular carnivores, and if you look at them from a distance, these miniature hunters pretty much resemble small bears.

Destroying Santa’s Hat

After looking at this picture, we are sure that this year the bear is getting nothing for Christmas. Plus, Santa might be angry with him because he came here to distribute the presents, but it appears that the bear is having fun while munching on him.

The trail camera caught this naughty bear destroying the gorgeous hat. With such deviant behavior, we are sure that he has already made it to his naughty list. And it looks like he is getting coal this year. Maybe next year, if he behaves well, he might get something fun instead!

Evil Moose

Even though we know that it is just an average moose running around the forest looking for food or having fun with his mates, it seems pretty scary in the image caught by the trail cam. We must say that with his shiny eyes, he looks like it is possessed by some devil.

But here is some advice for you, we would always recommend you watching out because you never know what a moose does to you. That is why you would never want to mess with a mood, whether he is okay or possessed by an evil spirit!

Boys Night Out

After looking at this picture, the first thing that comes to our mind is that these raccoons have pulled off a challenging food heist. Who says they are not intelligent? We are still wondering how did one of them manage to get on the bird feeder and make the seeds rain for his friends down there.

It seems that there is a party going on in front of the trail camera. Well, we must say that this has to be one of the best pictures on the list. Besides, clearly, this raccoon is a great friend. Time for us to search for such mates too!

Falling Like Crazy!

Fortunately, the trail cam captured this sight, or no one would have believed that this happened. It appears that these three deer decided to go on a walk and look for things. But suddenly, something happened, and one of them fell at an amusing angle. Given that deer are pretty strong, we are sure that he must be okay.

On the other hand, two of his friends seem a little confused by his actions and are still trying to figure out what really happened there. It is undoubtedly a crazy shot!

Never A Dreary Day With Deer

Not everyone is particularly fond of camping, mainly since some are afraid of staying in the woods where wild animals lurk. Yet, interestingly, even something as simple as leaving an unattended trail cam with Mother Nature can result in an exciting afternoon, just like what happened in this picture.

Captured here are two animals fighting for their “deer” life, but we can’t really tell why these adorable creatures are in a brawl. This kind of footage really gives us a better glimpse into wildlife instead of being there in the flesh, as the animals are uninhibited!

A Creepy Bird Congregation

Thanks to Hollywood films, images like this will forever remind us of creepy horror films! Seeing such a vast flock of birds doesn’t happen every day, so whoever reviewed the camera footage must have been surprised upon seeing the birds fly away while darkening the sky at the same time.

Are these feathered creatures on their way to migrate for the cold season, or is there a secret predator in their midst? Whichever the case, we still think it’s an interesting picture that should be printed and framed to hang on a wall!

The Mysterious Shadow Man

Over the years, there have been reports about various creatures spotted in the woods, typically late at night when there’s no one around. Luckily for us, night vision trail cameras have become available! So, it’s easier to gather concrete proof when claims like seeing a shadow man gallivanting in the forest make rounds!

Of course, this photo is too blurry to verify the claims, but we’re sure anyone who’d take a glance at it would also be curious. Is this really a strange entity or merely a man trying to make a run for it? Whether it’s true or otherwise, this snap makes for a thrilling campfire story indeed.

Run For the Hills

One can only guess what’s happening in this picture, seeing as the flying squirrel is hot on the deer’s heels in the middle of the night. Somehow, the tables have turned, and we can tell this has something to do with all the fruit scattered on the ground!

One can surmise that this deer was enjoying a bit of snack when the squirrel decided he wanted some for himself, too. Instead of fighting over the food, we hope these two would just eat together in peace. After all, there’s more than enough for them to consume in one sitting.

Up-Close And Personal

This deer blessed us with an up-close and personal view of its nostrils through a trail cam. He was probably off for his morning walk when the camera caught its attention and, it got a bit too close to inspect what this strange-looking contraption was.

The deer’s curiosity got the better of him, and his inspection of the device led to the capture of this incredibly creepy deer selfie. While we appreciate your interest, dear deer, would you mind stepping back? We do not need any more fodder for our nightmares.

It Must Have Been A Full Moon

We have seen cartoon series like the Jungle Book where a pack of wolves is seen howling at a full moon, but it is incredibly rare to come across a pack of Coyotes doing the very same in real life.

A trail cam captured three coyotes (probably belonging to a bigger pack) in the middle of a glorious, full-bodied howl. While this picture looks impressive, after inspecting the canines more closely, we do not envy the people who captured this on their trail cams or had to hear the terrifying howls in their vicinity.

Unlikely Friends

We have here not one but two pictures from a trail cam that captured an unlikely friendship between a girl and a coyote. Our first thoughts are for the girl’s safety, albeit the spookiness, quickly followed by some unanswered questions.

Can someone please explain why is she out in the wild alone when it’s dark? Is the Coyote domesticated? Why is she crouching in an attack position in the first picture? But most importantly, why is she pointing at the camera in the second picture? We guess some mysteries are meant to remain unsolved.

Prepare For Raccoon Overlords

It is always amazing to see animals do tricks when trained to do so. Most of us have either seen in-person or watched videos of trained animals perform entertaining tricks; still, it raises concerns when wild animals start displaying unexpected traits!

This picture of a group of raccoons displaying teamwork that most human toddlers would not have thought of raises our concern about our position as the most intelligent race on the planet. It’s fascinating to see how well coordinated these little critters are. Maybe we could take a lesson from them?

Royal Visitors

When a homeowner got fed up with finding carcasses of deer and other cattle on his property, he decided to set up trail cams. He was expecting to find wild canines like coyotes or hyenas to be the culprit of this, but there was a surprise in store for him.

As seen in the picture, it turns out that a couple of lionesses were prowling the grounds. We don’t know why these royal creatures decided to turn this house into their personal dining space; we are just glad they did not decide on the homeowners as dinner!

Here, Need A Hand?

The cameras fixed in our homes are meant to record everything, and sometimes we get some unexpected shots that either leave us bursting out in laughter or needing some tissues thanks to all the cuteness. Take this image, for example, of a bear helping its young one access whatever is in that barrel.

This has to be one of the most beautiful shots of animal mindfulness, and if you thought only humans could be compassionate, then think again. We hope mum and child had enough servings of what was available before they went away.

Suave Deer Waltz

We have seen animals behave strangely, and while their actions are somewhat expected at times, we didn't see this one coming. This deer decided to put on a show for the cameras and his peers, to show them how cultured he is, and it's brilliant!

Seeing the creature standing on its hind legs is hilarious as it looks like it's about to bust a tango move, only if he could get a partner! We wonder if any of the ladies agreed to do some celebratory dance with the lad during dinner!

Privacy Please…

This is probably the best case of animal romance we have ever seen. These two felines had just taken their dinner, and before they went off to bed, they decided to share some kisses, and we love to see it! It could feel like we're snooping on the animals, still we can't help but feel all mushy inside.

We are interested to know whether they kept the PDA going after this accidental image was taken, or was it a one-time thing? Either way, the two cats got to experience each other's love, and we're glad we witnessed it.

Let's Get On With It

If you've seen animals fight, then you know that sometimes the brawls can turn pretty graphic as they seek to establish dominance. Still, these raccoons were about to get down and sort their issues physically before being caught on camera.

To start with, we had no idea that the creatures had a fight club and that we can sit in on one of the main events, which is an absolute privilege. Hopefully, we get to see more of their events; who wouldn't want to see these cute little raccoons go about their social activities?

None Of Your Otter Business

Most of us don't like being in the spotlight, especially when we're doing some activity like eating. Yet, this person's camera caught an otter in their backyard having their dinner, and we bet the animal was astounded by the camera light, which let us see that incredible expression on its face.

While it might look fishy, the semiaquatic mammal is having the best time of his life, getting its meal before heading out to his sleeping place. So safe to say we might not see him again, but we hope he brings friends along if we do.

On My Way!

We have seen well-timed pictures, but this one takes the top spot. This bunny was up and about, and maybe he was startled by either the trail camera or a predator who made him dart into the pipe for safety.

It could also be that he was chasing after his partner who'd headed tome with their stash of carrots, and they were both looking forward to the feast ahead. Hopefully, he made it on time before the rest of the family nibbled everything they'd got that night. Could he be the real-life version of Bugs Bunny? Maybe we'll know someday!

Nom Nom Nom…

Imagine going about your business then, snap! A gadget takes a picture of you. That's what happened to this deer, which seems like he was having a meal before he triggered the camera, which caught him in the middle of chewing.

We like how he's looking straight into the camera like he's about to give a statement right after he's done shrubbery eating. Still, we wonder what happened after that experience. Did he keep on coming to that spot to get a mugshot? It could be that he brought his crew so that they can get their images, too; sharing is caring, no?

It's Me!

Life is full of its highs and lows, and we don't think there's anyone who hasn't seen people in conflict. Unfortunately, this has happened to many of us, where we clash with someone, and to gain back their trust, we have to work harder to make things right.

That's precisely what seems to be happening in this image, where the deer is chasing after its partner, probably in an attempt to get back into her good books. We have no idea what their feud was, but we hope she gave the poor lad a chance to explain himself.

The Woman In White

While we are glad this image exists, we don't know what to feel about it. It looks like a regular woman is just running in the woods, maybe going back to her house. While this is the first thought that comes to mind, it couldn't be further from the truth. 

This image was captured by a trail cam near an old slave cemetery, and this woman in white was running barefoot 200 yards from the cemetery. What's more interesting is that there is no road or house near this place - nothing but a swamp!