by Steve | May 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group 23 May, 2023 Narrow-leaved Helleborine (Cephalanthera longifolia) One of our special Forest plants flowers in May and can be surprisingly difficult to see in dappled shade. The Narrow-leaved Helleborine is a botanical treasure that exudes...
by Steve | May 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group 14 May, 2023 Common Cardinal beetle (Pyrochroa serraticornis) This attractive beetle feeds on small insects and pollen. Eggs are laid under bark of dead trees in which the larvae feed for at least 2 years. These beetles can be found across...
by Steve | Apr 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group 23 April, 2023 Greater Fork-moss (Dicranum majus) Dicranum majus Greater Fork-moss found growing along Bell Brook valley, Wyre on Sunday 23 April 2023. Dicranum majus plays a significant role in its ecosystem. As a moss, it helps retain...
by Steve | Mar 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group March 1, 2023 Orthotrichum pulchellum – Elegant Bristle-moss On a recent visit to Habberley Valley by the Wyre Forest Study Group, Ann Hill found Orthotrichum pulchellum Elegant Bristle-moss growing on a hazel branch. The photos...
by Steve | Mar 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group March 1, 2023 A Loveliness of Ladybirds? The Harlequin ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) is a species of ladybird beetle that is native to Asia but has been introduced to many other regions of the world, including Europe, North America, and...
by Steve | Oct 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group 9 Oct, 2022 CSI (Crayfish Survey Investigation) team in the forest The fate and status of the freshwater crayfish in the streams of the Wyre Forest has been the subject of detailed research by members of the WFSG team for several...
by Steve | Jun 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group March 1, 2023 A Loveliness of Ladybirds? The Harlequin ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) is a species of ladybird beetle that is native to Asia but has been introduced to many other regions of the world, including Europe, North...
by Steve | Jun 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group March 1, 2023 A Loveliness of LadyBirds? The Harlequin ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) is a species of ladybird beetle that is native to Asia but has been introduced to many other regions of the world, including Europe, North...
by Steve | Jun 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group June 1, 2022 Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk Moth – Hemaris tityus On a fresh late spring day, the Wyre Forest Study Group was fortunate enough to be given permission to visit a relatively undisturbed and privately owned part of the...
by Steve | May 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wyre Forest Study Group May, 2022 A quiet moment of reflection for a Dipper in Dowles – Mick Farmer was fortunate enough to not only observe but also photograph this Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) in Dowles Brook in early May. It’s always a thrill to see Dippers in...
