Female common darter dragonfly soaking up the sun while at rest on the railing of the footbridge over the pool at Compton Park, just a few yards distant from the male in the previous post. The insect was aware of my presence, but seemed unworried.
Sunning: male common darter dragonfly
Male common darter dragonfly at rest on the decking of the footbridge over the pool at Compton Park recently, basking in the lunchtime sun. Up to three males of this species have been sharing the decking nearest the open water, each claiming a different portion as part of their territory.
Alert crow overhead
Carrion crow up overhead in a tree by the canal at Wightwick, constantly surveying the area.
Heavy with seed, nettle
Nettle bending over, heavy with the mass of ripening seed.
Egyptian goose, island shore, West Park
Egyptian goose on the lake at West Park, standing on the shore of the island. The goose preened its chest feathers, then repeatedly bent its head forward to take a drink from the lake.
More traditional breeds pigs, Mary Arden’s Farm, Wilmcote
Two more breeds of pigs from the traditional livestock on Mary Arden’s Farm, Wilmcote.