Owl Pellets, Moths, Paths and Rushes

We have had a busy day at Foxglove today. The day started like a usual Wednesday with the moth identification from the moth trap. Here is one of the nicer specimens from today- a Chevron Moth.

Afterwards Glennis hosted our Owl Pellets for Families event. This was well attended with a big group of visitors. This photograph, taken by one of the participants, Gillian Lunn, shows some of the action that was taking place.

The families learnt about owls and then had a chance to dissect their own pellets to find out what they had been eating. Thanks very much to Glennis for running the event.

Elsewhere on the reserve we have been outside doing a bit of practical work. The reeds and vegetation in front of the Lake Hide were given a trim as they were obscuring the view of the lake.

Afterwards one of the paths was repaired and more gravel was spread to level it out. This was then flattened using the whacker plate.

Whilst out and about we found these pretty Harebells and noticed how big the Spindle tree seeds are getting.

Inside the Field Centre, Ruth and Elizabeth spent some time setting up a new display of pictures. Thanks to everyone who helped out today, in a variety of different way.