An absolutely superb and super helpful post from Stevesmailes.
I have learned more than I could possibly have imagined from iSpot and it has cemented and reinvigorated my passion for nature. This is mainly due to the knowledge and helpfulness of people like Steve, along with many others. Thank you, L.
Completely agree, Luisa! Mega helpful post and really well explained for those of us who need it!
Yes a fantastic observation and one that might get a mention in April obs of the month.
Rather remarkable
New user, balteatus has posted observations with good descriptions and also responds to comments, for example: Hoverfly resting on leaf of cranesbill | Observation | UK and Ireland | iSpot Nature
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Can anyone help balteatus with this day flying moth: Day-flying micro-moth on Oxeye daisy | Observation | UK and Ireland | iSpot Nature
Watch for SCHOOLS
iSpot is developing new relationships with Schools - I am not certain of the detail
This is not a new entry but suggests WE need to help the process along.
A rare sighting:
Interesting behaviour - ‘Bee playing with wool’ Bee playing with Wool | Observation | UK and Ireland | iSpot Nature
As we have come to accept and respect, Steve got ‘down to it’ again. 3 Photos so NOT luck!
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BOTH (this and above) good examples of Observing and Photography
Serendipitous - as many excellent posts are - but well-presented and an absolute delight.
a good observation and photo by GordonJ here
I found two supporting Vids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFcE2Va1INw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKR91xxaXYg
This was a riveting eye opener for me, I couldn’t imagine such a creature. Great observation.
Another brilliant observation by @sarahloving, showing interaction between species.
Love this photo by @Ken_Noble - superb!
Similarly by @The Black Rabbit
A wonderful bit of observing:
And Mr Smailes comment rounds it off perfectly.
I hope I wouldn’t’ve missed this, Amadan but thank you for pointing me to it from the Forum!
The little creature in photo 4. Gallfriend | Observation | UK and Ireland | iSpot Nature
It’s amazing, isn’t it. And a clever iSpotter has suggested an ID for it already!
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