Fine mature copper beech at Bantock Park: the entire tree with Bantock House in the background, and more detailed views looking up into the branches.
Male banded demoiselle on grass overhanging canal
Male banded demoiselle damselfly which landed on a piece of grass overhanging the canal near Wightwick Mill Lock, then stayed there.
The vividly coloured males find posing perches, usually in sunlight near water, where they try to attract the attemtions of females. This was the only one I noticed a couple of days ago.
Carrion crow on footpath and fence by boating lake
One of the West Park carrion crows, finding something to eat on the footpath by the boating lake. Then, seconds later, strutting along the protective fencing at the edge of the lake.
Cranesbill flower opening
Open flowers and buds on cranesbills: these were growing by the canal towpath opposite the Wildside Centre.
Female beautiful demoiselle, Worfe churchyard
Female beautiful demoiselle damselfly which landed on grass in Worfe churchyard as I was passing. Females are less vividly coloured than the males, so are harder to spot when they are at rest.
It will have come from the River Worfe nearby, a big gathering spot for this species.
Peacock butterfly in short grass
Peacock butterfly resting on a piece of ground with short patchy grass, spreading its wings to catch the morning sun.