Index
| Title (Click for details) | Description | Type |
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| Cartilage Lichen | Title: Nature Notes - Cartilage Lichen (Ramalina farinacea)Ramalina farinacea is one of the most tolerant on lichen species to air pollution and, as a result, grows just about anywhere and is one of our more common lichens. In more polluted areas its growth can be stunted but near the… |
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| Caterpillars | Title: Unveiling the Marvels of Caterpillars: Nature's Transformative WondersIn the intricate dance of life that unfolds in our natural world, few creatures embody the essence of transformation and resilience as profoundly as caterpillars. These seemingly humble larvae, destined to… |
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| Cats-ear | Title: Cat's-Ear: The Modest Marvel Among WildflowersIn the vast tapestry of nature's floral wonders, Cat's-Ear (Hypochaeris radicata) emerges as a modest yet captivating presence. Despite its unassuming appearance, this wildflower holds a unique charm and ecological significance that… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Cat's-ear (Hypochaeris radicata)There are a number of different plants with a complex ‘dandelion’ like flower and they can be quite confusing at first. The secret (if there is one) is to look beyond the flower at the plant itself.In addition to the dandelion there… |
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| Chaffinch | Title: Chaffinch: The Charismatic Songbird of Woodlands and GardensIn the verdant tapestry of forests and gardens across Europe, one bird's melodic song and vibrant plumage stand out among the foliage—the Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs). With its distinctive markings, cheerful call, and… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)The chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) is frequently described in field guides as Britain's most common bird, it is certainly Europe's most common finch. After the 2014 RSPB Garden Birdwatch it stood at number five amongst our most common… |
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| Charcoal Burner | Title: Exploring the Charcoal Burner Fungus: Nature's Cryptic DecomposerIn the shadowy depths of woodlands and forests, among decaying logs and leaf litter, lurks a cryptic yet fascinating fungus known as the Charcoal Burner (Russula cyanoxantha). With its striking appearance and vital… |
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| Charlock | Title: Charlock: The Hardy Weed With a Storied HistoryIn the tapestry of agricultural landscapes and fallow fields, charlock (Sinapis arvensis) emerges as a resilient and ubiquitous presence. Often dismissed as a common weed, this yellow-flowered member of the mustard family (… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Charlock (Sinapis arvensis)We are used to seeing fields of yellow these days, yellow with the blossoms of oil-seed rape grown for the manufacture of cooking oil and butter substitutes. We may think of this as a modern phenomenon but years ago fields were… |
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| Cherry-laurel | Title: Cherry Laurel: The Elegant Evergreen With a Dual NatureIn the realm of ornamental landscaping and garden design, few plants command attention and admiration quite like the Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus). With its glossy foliage, fragrant blooms, and versatile applications,… |
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| Cherry-plum | Title: Cherry Plum: A Blossoming Delight in Nature's PaletteIn the early days of spring, when the world awakens from its winter slumber, the cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera) emerges as a vibrant herald of the season's renewal. With its delicate blossoms and luscious fruit, this… |
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| Chicory | Title: Chicory: Unveiling the Versatile Herb of Culinary and Medicinal DelightsIn the realm of herbs and greens, chicory (Cichorium intybus) stands as a versatile and nutritious plant with a rich culinary and medicinal history. From its bitter leaves to its vibrant blue flowers, chicory… |
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| Chiffchaff | Title: Chiffchaff: The Energetic Warbler of Woodlands and GardensIn the verdant tapestry of woodlands and gardens, a small but spirited songbird captures the hearts of birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike—the chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita). With its distinctive song, energetic… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita)The chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita) is one of several warbler species that migrate to us from Africa in spring for the breeding season and then head back south again in early autumn. I always reckoned to hear my first… |
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| Chives | Title: Chives: The Delightful Herb of Culinary and Medicinal WondersIn the world of herbs, chives (Allium schoenoprasum) stand out as a versatile and flavorful addition to culinary creations and herbal remedies alike. With their delicate green shoots, vibrant purple flowers, and subtle… |
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| Cinnamon Bug | Title: Exploring the Cinnamon Bug: Corizus hyoscyamiIn the intricate tapestry of insect life, the cinnamon bug (Corizus hyoscyami) emerges as a fascinating and distinctive member of the Hemiptera order, captivating entomologists and nature enthusiasts with its striking appearance and… |
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| Cleavers | Title: Cleavers: The Tangled Wonder of Nature's PharmacyIn the lush undergrowth of woodlands and meadows, a humble yet tenacious plant weaves its way through the landscape, capturing the attention of herbalists and foragers alike—the cleavers (Galium aparine). With its clinging stems,… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Cleavers (Galium aparine)There cannot be a hedgerow that does not have cleavers amongst its wayside flowers. It is widespread in Britain, across Europe and in to Asia. It has colonised the Americas and Australasia and in the USA it is designated an obnoxious… |
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| Clouded Yellow | Title: The Clouded Yellow Butterfly: A Vibrant VisitorThe Clouded Yellow (Colias croceus) is one of the most striking butterflies in Europe, known for its vibrant yellow wings edged with black. This migratory butterfly, native to southern Europe and North Africa, frequently ventures… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Clouded Yellow (Colias crocea)Although we get an influx of migrant Clouded Yellows most years it always gives me bit of a thrill to see one. I suppose, when you first glimpse one, you know you have seen something slightly out of the ordinary.Last year, when I took… |
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| Cluster Fly | Title: Cluster Fly: An Uninvited House Guest with a Unique Life CycleThe cluster fly (Pollenia rudis) is a common but often misunderstood insect that belongs to the family Calliphoridae. While they are frequently mistaken for house flies, cluster flies have distinct habits and… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Cluster Fly (Pollenia rudis)Although there is a family of flies known as house-flies it is actually the family of blow flies that can be the biggest nuisance to human kind. Blow flies include the common bluebottle and greenbottle with which most people are… |
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| Coastal Shingle | Geology | |
| Coastline | Coastline:A survey report of this site cluster will be posted once the analysis is complete but in the meantime you can still find information about this cluster, its sites, its habitats and its species by clicking the photograph. |
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| Cocks-foot | Title: Cock's-Foot: A Hardy Grass with Ecological and Agricultural SignificanceIn the mosaic of grasslands and meadows, one grass species stands out for its resilience, versatility, and ecological importance—the cock's-foot (Dactylis glomerata). With its distinctive seed heads… |
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| Coleoptera | Title: Coleoptera: Exploring the Fascinating World of BeetlesIn the vast tapestry of the insect world, one group stands out for its sheer diversity, adaptability, and ecological significance: the beetles. With over 350,000 known species and counting, beetles make up the… |
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| Collared Dove | Title: Collared Dove: The Graceful Symbol of Peace and TranquilityIn gardens, parks, and urban landscapes, a gentle cooing melody often accompanies the arrival of a dove with a distinctive black collar—the collared dove (Streptopelia decaocto). Revered for its elegant appearance,… |
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Title: Nature Notes - Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto)The Collared Dove has risen quickly up the top twenty garden birds list and is currently number 7 having first entered the top 10 at number 10 in 1989.Until the early 1950's the Collared Dove was a non-British species, being… |
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| Combe Head Wood | Sites | |
| Comma | Title: Comma Butterfly: A Majestic Emblem of Nature's BeautyIn the dappled sunlight of woodlands and gardens, a delicate dance of orange and black wings unfolds—a sight that heralds the arrival of the comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album). With its intricate patterns, graceful flight, and… |
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