Woodlife

After a hectic few weeks, it’s inevitable that there would be a little downturn in excitement and activity.

In a way this is a good thing and enables me catch my breath somewhat.

The dragonfly shoot is still proving difficult, although I was pleased to see Common darters and some hawkers making an appearance.

I also managed to photograph an Emerald damselfly. Most damselflies fold their wings close to their bodies, which distinguishes them from the broad group of dragonflies, but the emeralds leave their wings open about 45 degrees.

The Fallow deer in Poor Park were keeping well out of range as well.

Judging by the shiny pellets, they weren’t too far away. I’m dying to get a good shot of one of the fawns that I know are with the herd, but it wasn’t to be this week.

Brock had also been along the track the previous evening. Of course, he was nowhere to be seen today.

I had to fall back on some wildflower pictures, which I haven’t bothered with too much this season.

Teasels are coming out…

Great willowherb…

Rosebay willowherb…

Purple loosestrife.

If you follow this link to my YouTube channel, you’ll be able to see a video review of the latest DDhammock, the DD Frontline hammock.

Thursday will be a review of a piece of Maxpedition kit.

Cheers for now,

Pablo.