Monthly Archives: December 2011

Marsh tits and coal tits……

Posted on December 19, 2011 by wildlifegardening

So proper winter weather is with us here in Shropshire – snow on the hills round about, snow in the garden and snow in our lane making it impossible to get our car out.  Luckily for our local wildlife, it … Continue reading →

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A top predator…….

Posted on December 12, 2011 by wildlifegardening

Twice now in a couple of months I have seen a barn owl in our area – once flying low through the garden over the big meadow and then across the long borders, head down as he scanned for any … Continue reading →

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December wildlife gardening……

Posted on December 6, 2011 by wildlifegardening

A heavy frost at this time can transform the garden and our countryside.  Hoar frosts coat stems, seed heads and branches with a thick rime of crystals producing a photo opportunity not to be missed.  December is inevitably associated in … Continue reading →

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When the going gets tough…..

Posted on December 5, 2011 by wildlifegardening

I should never complain about the weather being too mild at this time of year – this week is due to be freezing and we have already had a dusting of snow on the hills around us.  The garden birds … Continue reading →

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