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.
In Loughor, the semi-feral Gower ponies were doing their usual trick of jay walking in the middle of the estuary. At the NWCW, there was lots of late Common wasp (Vespa vulgaris) and dragonfly activity (notably Aeshna cyanea and Sympetrum striolatum). Acorn of the Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur) were much in evidence.
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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