#deer corpse

This poor young Cervus elaphus stag got entangled in the wire fence and unfortunately was found too late. Some locals have already cut off his antlers by the time I had a chance to see him for myself. The corpse was laying there for a while as you can see. It happened on a forest cultivation site so there weren't any people around to help him on time but if you live in the area full of wildlife, remember to check your fence regularly and if you find a struggling wild animals don't hesitate to contact your local forest rangers (or any other public services) immediately.

Leah and I were out walking Ada earlier. Leah caught the dog with something in her mouth - an object we both identified as the cricoid and thyroid cartilages. 

Ada dropped the cartilage, and soon after, tore off running down the street. I was so surprised by her behavior that I dropped her leash, and Leah and I had a Benny Hill moment all the way to the house. 

 We really wanted to know what the deal with the cartilage was. Was it human? Why was it there? What was with the bloody paper towels? 

 When we came back, we found more bloody paper towels strewn across a six/seven feet wide area, and eventually, bloodied grass. For my part, I was totally ready to call the police if we didn't find something that explained the mess. 

 And then we did. You aren't supposed to kill the ample white-tail deer living in this neighborhood, but it sure didn't stop this guy, who I am sure is above the law or something.

ABOVE: 

 1. bloody paper towels, grass

 2. Deer corpse (mostly pelt) found in a nearby shallow creek/rivulet, near a bloody plastic bag and a burst stomach complete with undigested berries (not pictured) 

3. We are pretty sure this is a gallbladder. Note the yellow material, which we assume is bile. The gallbladder was found in the folds of the wet pelt, and removed for a better look.

4. The thyroid and cricoid cartilages. The thyroid cartilage sits on top of the cricoid cartilage, and meet at a joint on the sides. 

5. Probably testicles. The pink flesh, when pushed back, reveals white globes.