Heron on a tree top 19 April 2012 by David This heron was on a tree beside the Shropshire Union canal, apparently surveying the field beyond. It was disturbed by a boat coming from the other direction before I could get any closer.
Harlequin ladybird resting on a birch catkin 19 April 2012 by David This ladybird seemed just to be taking a rest in the morning sunlight.
Bugloss flower 18 April 2012 by David The hairs on the stem can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.
Caterpillar on a pavement 18 April 2012 by David Unidentified caterpillar is rather lost crossing a marble paving-stone.
Developing cone 18 April 2012 by David Hard to photograph because even slight puffs of breeze set the branches trembling.