A blog and photo journal about the natural history of north-west England and beyond
Early Marsh Orchid, Barlow Tip – the most widespread and variable marsh orchid. Southern Marsh Orchid at Kenworthy Wood. Closely related to the Early Marsh Orchid with hybrids being relatively common. In general the hybrids tend to be stronger growing than the species and can Read More …
Couldn’t resist posting these. A few ugly ducklings hitching a ride on their mother’s back. At 6am they’re relatively approachable which is probably just as well considering I only had the phone on me to take a few snaps. I’m actually quite impressed with the Read More …