An old-style dustbin, now repurposed as a compost bin. A young magpie using the lid to stand on, while it surveys the area for prey.
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Holly blue butterfly on the ground
One of the summer generation of holly blue butterflies, resting on the bare ground of the canal footpath near Compton.
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A good scratch: West Park heron
The semi-resident West Park heron, on its usual perch, stretching one of its legs for a little scratch.
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A touch of purple: teazle flowers
Rings of purple flowers on teazles. These on plants growing by the pool in Compton Park.
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Banded demoiselles, male, by canal, Compton
Banded demoiselle damselflies. These are all males – the females are green rather than blue. One every few yards near the water of the canal near Compton, hoping a female would come along.
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Vibernum berries, half-ripe
Vivernum (guelder rose) berries, partially ripe, turning from green to red. These on one of the bushes at the back of Compton Lock.