Sunshine brought flowers and critters out in Loughor. Yellow oxalis (Oxalis corniculata) and Smooth sow-thistle (Sonchus oleraceus) bloomed. A cardinal beetle (Pyrochroa serraticornis) and a Cream wave moth (Scopula floslactata) pranced.
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 17. Hazel
Hazel is used for woven baskets, fence 'hurdles' and walking sticks. The thinner sticks are used to support beans and other garden ...
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Greater spearwort ( Ranunculus lingua ) has been used in traditional medicine to treat rheumatism, skin conditions and digestive problems. -
Green buckwheat ( Fagopyrum tartaricum ) is also called 'Tartar buckwheat'. It's a domesticated food plant, producing kernels. ... -
Daily shots of my fully compostable Oyster mushroom pot, received for Christmas. Omelettes ahoy!
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