Spotted a wax cap fungus (Hygrocybe sp) and a Common figwort (Scropularia nodosa) in Penclacwydd. In Bynea, Hairy St John's wort (Hypericum hirsutum) and Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum) were in flower. Vervain (Verbena officinalis) and Nipplewort (Lapsana communis) were blooming in Loughor whilst a Silver 'Y' moth (Autographa gamma) vibrated its wings.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
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