Cow Parsley Flowers
Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) is at its very best right now in mid May at Charlton Down Nature Area. Whichever … Continue reading Cow Parsley Flowers
Month: May 2024
The Ash
There are several Ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior) in Charlton Down Nature Area. It is only one species out of 28 … Continue reading The Ash
In the Beginning
I thought people might be interested in some old photographs showing how the Charlton Down Nature Area looked when it … Continue reading In the Beginning
Common Blue Butterfly
Common Blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) imago. One of the many types of butterfly and moth (Lepidoptera) that have been recorded … Continue reading Common Blue Butterfly
Cherry Blossoms
The cherry blossoms have been beautiful this late April and early May. There are 5 cherry trees in the Charlton … Continue reading Cherry Blossoms
Site Layout
In the beginning there was simply a big agricultural field. That is in the 19th and most of the 20th … Continue reading Site Layout
Brown Argus Butterfly
Brown Argus (Aricia agestis). One of the many types of butterfly and moth (Lepidoptera) that have been recorded in Charlton … Continue reading Brown Argus Butterfly
Arum Lily
Arum Lily (Arum maculatum), also known as Cuckoo Pint or Lords and Ladies. This is a common plant growing in … Continue reading Arum Lily
Site Location
(Photograph courtesy of Patrick May) Charlton Down Nature Area and the Community Orchard are signposted at the junction of Herrison … Continue reading Site Location
Angle Shades Moth
The Angle Shades moth (Phlogophora meticulosa) has been seen just once in the Charlton Down Nature Area resting on a … Continue reading Angle Shades Moth
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