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It had me fooled for a moment!
I visited a large patch of local Ivy, to see what insects it was attracting. It was covered with a variety bees, wasps and flies but I was hoping to see a Hornet. I heard a loud deep hum and a very la...
Photo: It had me fooled for a moment!. I visited a large patch of local Ivy, to see what insects it was attracting. It was covered with a variety bees, wasps and flies but I was hoping to see a Hornet. I heard a loud de...
The Formidable Bee Wolf
At the end of August I spotted a male Bee Wolf wasp (Philanthus triangulum) on an Astrantia flower in our Staffordshire garden; soon followed by this impressive female. They hunt Honey Bees which they...
Photo: The Formidable Bee Wolf. At the end of August I spotted a male Bee Wolf wasp (Philanthus triangulum) on an Astrantia flower in our Staffordshire garden; soon followed by this impressive female. They hunt H...
First Light on a Misty Morning
Another from our break in Norfolk. I got up at 05.30 when I saw it was a misty morning, and headed to the field with the two horses in it. They stood for a short while in a pleasant spot which caught...
Photo: First Light on a Misty Morning. Another from our break in Norfolk. I got up at 05.30 when I saw it was a misty morning, and headed to the field with the two horses in it. They stood for a short while in a pleasan...
First of the Year
This is the first Ivy Bee (Colletes hederae) that I've seen in 2026; was in our Staffordshire garden on a Solidago (goldenrod) flower. This species was added to the British list in 2001, and has been...
Photo: First of the Year. This is the first Ivy Bee (Colletes hederae) that I've seen in 2026; was in our Staffordshire garden on a Solidago (goldenrod) flower. This species was added to the British list in...
Pellucid Hover Fly
I don't photograph many flies, but this Pellucid Hover Fly (Volucella pellucens) visited our garden in August. I think she was worthy of a shot. The Volucella flies are all large or very large, often...
Photo: Pellucid Hover Fly. I don't photograph many flies, but this Pellucid Hover Fly (Volucella pellucens) visited our garden in August. I think she was worthy of a shot. The Volucella flies are all large o...
Keeping Dry
As I looked through the viewfinder, I was reminded of the work of the late, great Marin Parr. In no way am I comparing myself to him, but this made me smile.
Photo: Keeping Dry. As I looked through the viewfinder, I was reminded of the work of the late, great Marin Parr. In no way am I comparing myself to him, but this made me smile.
The Stairs to the Treasury
The old stone spiral staircase up to The Treasury in Norfolk Cathedral. The rope is stained with the sweat and grease from hands of the many staff and visitors who have hauled themselves up there!
Photo: The Stairs to the Treasury. The old stone spiral staircase up to The Treasury in Norfolk Cathedral. The rope is stained with the sweat and grease from hands of the many staff and visitors who have hauled them...
Early Morning Light
Early morning mist in Norfolk. These two horses provided lots of photographic opportunities, as their field was just a short walk from our holiday accommodation.
Photo: Early Morning Light. Early morning mist in Norfolk. These two horses provided lots of photographic opportunities, as their field was just a short walk from our holiday accommodation.
Colourful Shieldbug
A rather colourful little shieldbug in the garden on 1st August. Wasn't sure what species it was at first, but it would appear that it's most likely a Parent Bug (Elasmucha grisea). The common name is...
Photo: Colourful Shieldbug. A rather colourful little shieldbug in the garden on 1st August. Wasn't sure what species it was at first, but it would appear that it's most likely a Parent Bug (Elasmucha grisea)...
Slug Detail
This garden slug was reluctant to extend its head, so I photographed some body details. Left is the sole, edged with a striped fringe. The rest is the junction of the tail and mantle, with the breathi...
Photo: Slug Detail. This garden slug was reluctant to extend its head, so I photographed some body details. Left is the sole, edged with a striped fringe. The rest is the junction of the tail and mant...