Tag: nature

• A Carpet of Acorns

  A Carpet of Acorns  by Ranger CR Demus sat  so still, save nose as twitched and ears that trembled to the air Atop the log that served his berth  that safe   secure and silent lairBut Winter’s hand had touched his bones with Summers green now goneAnd Autumn’s fleshy fruit forgot with cold and hunger soon…
• The Ladybird 🐞 Challenge

  The Ladybird Challenge. As the Summer holidays approach and the number of Ladybirds are increasing, we have decided to set a challenge.  How many different kinds of Ladybird can we collectively find??? When you find one, see if you can take a clear photo so you can count the spots carefully.  Once you have taken…
• A busy day on the Farm

  A Busy Day on the Farm. While folk marvel at the antics of the tropical Leafcutter and Parasol ants as shown on television  they may just be overlooking the talents of their neighbourhood insects . The common Black Ant (Lasius niger)  that lover of sugar and picnic pest, that inconvenient swarmer on a hot day …
• 🐞 LADYBIRD IN WAITING

  Ladybird In Waiting They say that change is good for you       A salve to soothe the soulBut metamorphosis is troublingIt takes a tidy tollI was happy as a larva, crawling leaf to leafBut now I’m stuck  I’m stationaryTo the greenflies great reliefBut mark my words, just give me timeAnd soon I shall emerge With wings!…
• Two New Red Kite Wildlife Warriors

  Well done to 2 new Red Kite Wildlife Warriors. 🌟 We are thrilled to have awarded two more certificates to people who are doing their bit to support wildlife in their gardens.👏 We are looking forward to sharing their profiles with you soon. 🐛🌳🌼
• Red Kite Wildlife Warrior #11

  RKWW #11 Andrew Stredder Congratulations 👏 to our new Red Kite Wildlife Warrior #11 Andrew Stredder. He is at the start of his nature garden transformation 🌱🐞and is a wonderful example of what can be achieved if you want to start to make a difference. 🌳 Don’t think it can’t be done, just get on with…