I have noticed there seem to be far fewer wasps around this Autumn. Normally by now they would also be swarming over the Ivy but I have only seen the occasional one.
Thursday, 28 September 2017
Fill Those Baskets
Not just humans gleaning an Autumn harvest from the hedgerows. Recently the Ivy around the village has been swarming with bees making the most of a final harvest of pollen, leaving with bulging pollen baskets. Some Ivy growths have so many bees visiting that the hum from their wings can be heard well before nearing the plant.
I have noticed there seem to be far fewer wasps around this Autumn. Normally by now they would also be swarming over the Ivy but I have only seen the occasional one.
I have noticed there seem to be far fewer wasps around this Autumn. Normally by now they would also be swarming over the Ivy but I have only seen the occasional one.
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This is a good set. The last image is perfect.
ReplyDeleteAdrian: Thank you. Bees are nice to photograph. They don't take any notice of a camera a few inches away. All taken with the Nikon Coolpix S9050. A great little pocket camera.
DeleteAgree about the wasps, but I'm glad they don't seem to be nesting in my attic this year
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. I love checking out ivy flowers always so many insects around them and I agree about the wasps too.
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