A blog and photo journal about the natural history of north-west England and beyond
Always a pleasure to visit the local woodlands during Spring even more so when there’s a walk along the riverbank to reach them. Locally the Grey Herons appear to be thriving and in common with many of the other birds typically associated with river valleys they Read More …
A quick look back at Spring before it becomes a distant memory. A superb display of Wood Anemones carpeting the woodland floor at Marbury Country Park. 7th April and not a leaf to be seen on any of the trees. Snakeshead Fritillary on the woodland Read More …
Male Brimstone at Chorlton Water Park Amazing the difference a bit of sunshine can make. On the insect front plenty of Peacocks, Brimstones, Small Tortoiseshell’s and Orange Tips around with the occasional Comma.The local Blackcaps, Whitethroats and Grasshopper Warblers have arrived to join the Chiffchaffs Read More …