Went to see the Autumn (Fall) colours at Westonbirt arboretum (near Tetbury, Gloucestershire). On a bright, Autumn Sunday, the place was heaving with people and their dogs. In grumpy mode I couldn't help observing that this collection of trees out of context, essentially in a big Forestry Commission garden is a bit like a zoo for trees. The signage was pretty good but didn't always stress the alien origins of many of these plants and the sometimes odd proximity to each other. I also pondered on why we humans find the waste pigments in soon to be discarded leaves so attractive. Out of grumpy mode, they look pretty damn good (especially the Acers)!
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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