Tag Archives: invertebrates

Insects at Hemsworth

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Francis Hickenbottom

After a train journey from the south of England, I stretched my legs by walking back to Hemsworth, from Fitzwilliam, using the scenic route. By the path, I found common green bottles feeding on hogweed and they were very striking … Continue reading →

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Alder Leaf Beetle at Fitzwilliam

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Francis Hickenbottom

I was walking around Fitzwilliam Country Park this afternoon when I spotted lots of metallic black/blue beetles on the leaves of an alder. I think the alder is Italian alder (Alnus cordata). I believe that the beetles are Alder Leaf … Continue reading →

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Spring Moth-Trapping

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Francis Hickenbottom

The weather has been a bit cool but I have put out the moth trap on a couple of nights this week. There was a threat of some overnight drizzle, so I used my usual arrangement of a tripod and … Continue reading →

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Bridge Orbweaver

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Wayne Skelton

I found and photographed this bridge orbweaver spider this week. The species is often found near water but it also occurs in other habitats. It is said to have a fondness for man-made structures, in preference to vegetation. It is … Continue reading →

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