Orange
What can I say about today, other than that the heat was horrendous? I’m aware that there are people who love temperatures in the mid-30s, but in my opinion they are psychopaths. Of the six images I’ve kept today, all … Continued
Humblebumblebee
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the term “humble-bee” predates the use of the word “bumblebee” – the former having first appeared in print in 1450, and the latter in 1530 – but they were then used almost interchangeably until … Continued
Citizen science
Well, this is exciting. To me, at any rate: I get quite fizzy whenever I’m able to add a new species to my life list, and this is one I never expected to encounter in the Shire. It’s a Four-banded … Continued
Bedraggled
This Peacock was one of three I saw on the blackthorn in the hedgerows near the house this afternoon. It was probably the most damaged of the trio – and certainly far more worn and torn than the individual I … Continued