Nature diary
Nature and wildlife September
September – overview September sees the transition from Summer to Autumn, the weather can still be warm but the shortening days bring change such as cold nights and with it the possibility of frost. The Autumn Equinox, 21st – 23rd September is when there is equal periods of night and day and marks the start […]
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October – overview October is the month where autumn is now well underway and early morning frosts are a reminder of winter to come. The days will become noticeably shorter as the month progresses. Autumn colour can be seen as the trees and hedgerow leaves change. What to see Garden birds such as the Blackbird, Blue Tit and Robin will […]
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November – an overview Shorter days and weaker sun mean lower temperatures, we can experience the first signs of winter; heavy rain gales and snow are all features of the month. On cold still days mist and fog are characteristic of November. What to see Winter food is becoming scarce for wildlife and berries such as Holly, Rowan Hawthorn will be welcome for birds. As […]
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May – an overview May is a busy month as birds get down to the task of nest building and rearing their brood. The weather is warm but danger of frost at night can cause damage to tender plants. What to see Resident birds and the arrival of summer migrants such as Swallows, House Martins and Swifts are occupied with the task […]
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