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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In Bynea, Marsh mallow (Alphaea officinalis), Sea purslane (Halimione portulacoides) and Wild carrot (Daucus carota) were in bloom. Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) had almost emerged. The seeds of the Creeping thistle (Cirsium arvense) are available for birds. Gate-keeper butterflies (Pyronia tithonus) were active in Loughor and Reflexed stonecrop (Sedum reflexum) in flower.
As Hawthorn wood is strong and closely-grained, it's often used for carving. This wood is also employed to make tool handles, as well a...
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