Whilst jogging back along the bypass between Llanelli and Loughor, I was forcibly reminded of just how much of the UK's nature inhabits the verges of the roads. I have never seen such a density of orchids [mainly Southern marsh orchids (Dactylorhiza praetermissa) but including some nice Bee orchids (Ophyys apifera)]. There was also the white variant of the Slender thistle (Carduus tenuifloris) and lots of Tufted vetch (Vicia cracca). Cars do protect some interesting stuff (so long as motorway 'gardening' is done sensitively).
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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