The wind decreased in Loughor and more insect activity. Including the Flesh fly (Sarcophaga carnaria), Phymatodes testaceus beetle as well as Common rustic (Apamea secalis) , Buff-tip (Phalera bucephala), Common wave (Cabera exanthemata) and Northern spinach (Eulithis populata) moths. In Bynea, a hunting spider was active on nettles. In that location, Slender St John's wort (Hypericum pulchrum), Lady's mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris), Great bindweed (Calystegia silvatica), Marsh hawksbeard (Crepis paludosa), Perennial sow thistle (Sonchus arvensis) and Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) were in flower.
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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