Maximum temperature here today 14⁰C, minimum 3⁰C. Dry today, but we had 183 mm in October! So far this year our total is 880 mm, while last year, we only had 782 mm for the whole year 19km/h South-westerly winds with gusts up to 41 km/h.
Raindrops on the Californian poppies which are still trying to flower.
Possibly a Sloe bug (Dolycoris baccarum).
Bumblebee...
As above.
Hoverfly (Eupeodes luniger).
Slug! Not sure which one.
Hoverfly (Eristalis tenax)...
As above.
Bush Cricket but which one?
Rosemary Beetles (Chrysolina Americana).
Fungi - Red Hygrocybe Species (I think).
More fungi - Grey Mycena Aetites (again I think).
Wall Lizard just checking on the weather. (Podarcis Muralis).
Cuckoo bee (Epeolus fallax).
Hummingbird hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum)...
As above...
as above and my favourite shot of the month.
My local list of wildflowers. (90 Species 23/08/2020).
See also my
Joining up with My Corner of the World.
Photo competition running until 31 December - colourful photos.
Let us all join in great fun.
Your photos are wonderful. I especially like the fungi shot! And the little lizard.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pauline for the visit and the comment, much appreciated. Keep well Diane
DeleteThere is such beauty in the tiniest creatures and you help us see it with every photo. Magnificent, Diane.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo of the lizard!
Thanks Marie, I am very fond of our lizards, then never cease to delight me. So many little creatures around if one only takes the time to look. Keep safe Diane
DeleteFascinating bugs and other critters. Always enjoy your macros that show all this detail. Flowers are gorgous also. Thanks Diane, and all the best to you :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Denise, I wish I had a macro lens but I have to say the Tamron is doing a pretty good job. All the very best to you as well, Diane
DeleteI an so envious of your photography ability. I cannot get my bees so crisp and sharp and close. Fabulous shots as always. Thinking of you in France. Hope things improve soon.
ReplyDeleteDiane it is all thanks to my Tamron lens (TAMRON Megazoom - 18-400 mm) it is so simple to use, though I would still love to have a macro lens as well!. Yes I hope things will improve but so far it seems to be running downhill!! Take care, t'other Diane.
DeleteLove the raindrops on the poppy bud. Cute mushrooms. They look like fairy house especially the red fungi.
ReplyDeleteHaha, I often wonder who comes out of those toadstools in the night, I keep looking for little doors but I have yet to find one 😊 Stay safe Diane
DeleteOh my gosh the Hummingbird Hawk moth is wonderful Diane and beautifully shown here 💙 It's so fun seeing the bees with a dusting of pollen over them, really enjoying their feast 😊 Hope you are both keeping well, keep warm and cosy over the weekend 💙
ReplyDeleteThe hummingbird hawk moth is pretty much my favourite insect, only the Broad-bordered bee hawk-moth can beat it and we do not see many of them. The heating is on but we have not lit the fire yet! Stay safe and have a great weekend Diane
DeleteGood morning Diane: It is amazing how often you feature a Hummingbird Hawk Moth. They must be quite common there for the diligent observer. They can be found here but I very rarely see them, and I have never been able to take a picture. I always look forward to your posts and the wide range of less commonly featured species you cover. Stay well, stay safe, hug Nigel, drink wine, amuse bien ta bouche, eat cheese, eat more cheese, quaff more wine, sleep well. Toujours ton ami, David.
ReplyDeleteThe hummingbird hawk Moth is a fairly regular visitor but it took me a log time to get reasonable photos. Yes, eating and drinking is a good way to pass the time away but I seem to be busier than ever. The result of having a huge amount of garden produce means the kitchen takes up far more time than usual. Bonne journée. Restez en sécurité. Diane
DeleteOnce again, your garden is full of delights that you are sharing with us, Diane. Your Hummingbird Hawkmoth images are superb, and you have got me wondering if you have an unusual colour-morph there with the blue colouration. Even the body looks steeely-grey where I'd expect a distinctly brown colour.
ReplyDeleteWe're now thoroughly confined to areas close to home but, thankfully, it looks as if the birds might be starting to return to the garden. However, the garden is almost devoid of insects now - I put the moth trap out a couple of night ago, and only caught one!
Take great care - best wishes to you both - - - - Richard
Richard I have never seen one with this colouring and I have taken many photos of hummingbird hawk moths. The only different one that I have got photos of is, the Broad-bordered bee hawk-moth which is beautiful. I was intrigued when I saw the photo, I did not notice it when I took the shot. Yes there are very few insect about now, though I have enough from early November to do another blog.
DeleteNot sure how long we are going to be in lockdown, as yet things are getting worse not improving. I can see this going on through Christmas at this stage but we have no end date so.....
Just stay safe and try to enjoy what you can at home. All the best to you both, Diane
Some great shots, and I had no idea how many different varieties of 'bugs, moths' etc.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the purple/lavender colors, Diane. So so pretty.
Hope you and Nigel enjoy your weekend.
xoxo
What beautiful photos, especially the hummingbird hawk moth.
ReplyDeleteThanks Yvonne for the visit and the comment, always appreciated. Keep safe Diane
DeleteAlways love your pics. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam and I always appreciate your comments. Take care Diane
DeleteHi Diane - lovely shots ... always delightful to see your choices ... stay safe - Hilary
ReplyDeleteHi Hiary we are doing our best to try and stay safe but it seems to me moving in closer!!!!!! We just do not go out unless we absolutely have to. Keep well and you also stay safe, Diane
DeleteThank you for this beautiful and colorful sharing. All the photos are wonderful, I especially loved the 3rd one is amazing.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice Sunday
Take care
Thanks so much Maria for your kind comments, I do appreciate your visits. Hope all is well over there, stay safe, Diane
DeleteGosh, the vibrant colours in these photos are just so attractive.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for the comment, Cheers Diane
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