A visitation by a Garden carpet moth (Xanthorhoe fluctata) in Loughor, cavorting amongst the flowering nettles (Urtica dioica) and Cut-leaved cranesbill (Geranium dissectum). Toxic plants were in evidence in Penclacwydd with Hemlock (Conium maculatum) and Bittersweet (Solanum dulcamara) flowers making appearances. A Prickly sow-thistle (Sonchus asper) lurked in the same location along with a soldier fly (probably Chloromyia formosa). In Bynea, Sea arrow-grass (Triglochin maritima) was much in evidence on the estuary and a foal (Equus caballus) played in a field with its mother.
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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Wooden Tops 16. Hawthorn
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Daily shots of my fully compostable Oyster mushroom pot, received for Christmas. Omelettes ahoy!
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