daisy – Jill Orme Photography

23 Apr 2023

Squash

by JDO | posted in: Bugs, Flowers and plants, Invertebrates, My garden, Worcestershire | 0

I did a couple more hours of extreme gardening this morning, and I’m now barely able to move. I am pleased with myself though – the horrible flower bed I began to work on yesterday is now properly cleared, tidied, … Continued

15 Sep 2022

Hummer

by JDO | posted in: Hoverflies, Invertebrates, Wales | 0

R and I had an excellent day with the Boy Wonder in Cardiff today. He was cute and funny throughout, and also rather sweet at times, showing genuine concern when a slightly younger child (“Baybee!”) was crying in the Swedish … Continued

1 Sep 2022

Common

by JDO | posted in: Arachnids, Invertebrates, Wales | 0

Phalangium opilio, according to Wikipedia, is the most widespread harvestman in the world, but this is the first specimen I’ve ever photographed. It’s native to Europe and Asia, but has been introduced (either deliberately or through stowing away in cargo) … Continued

18 Aug 2022

Zzzzzz

by JDO | posted in: Bees, Invertebrates, Wales | 0

“Car.” “Yes, a car – well done. It’s a blue car, isn’t it?” “Car. Car.” “Yes! Lots of cars.” “Car.” “Yes, another car.” “Car.” “Yes.” “Car.” “Indeed.” “Car.” “Well, it’s a van really. But car’s fine.” “Nee-nah!” “Yes. No – … Continued

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