Bluebells

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A brief reminder from May this year of the stunning bluebells on display at Dockey Wood, Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2019]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s … Continue reading

Ashridge Estate – Bluebells

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I have taken photos of bluebells in the past but only whilst ambling round the countryside.  Therefore, I decided to visit National Trust Ashridge which claims to be one of the best places in the UK to see bluebells – … Continue reading

Large Tree Nymph

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A few shots of a large tree nymph butterfly taken with a D750 and Tamron 90mm macro lens. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2018]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author … Continue reading

BLUEBELLS

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A few shots of Bluebells which are currently transforming our woodlands, all were taken at Hughenden Manor, Buckinghamshire and Cliveden House, Berkshire both National Trust estates. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2018]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without … Continue reading

Ruddy Darter

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A few macro shots of a Ruddy Darter taken at Marsworth reservoir. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2017]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts … Continue reading

Dragonflies

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A few shots of Dragonflies, namely; common darter, common hawker and ruddy darter, all taken at Marsworth reservoir in Buckinghamshire.  Hand held with a Nikon D750 and Tamron 90mm macro lens. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2017]. Unauthorized use and/or … Continue reading

Early Bumblebee

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An Early Bumblebee. © [John Mallaney] and [www.johnmallaney.com], [2016]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and … Continue reading

Hogweed Bonking Beetle

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I admit I chuckled when  I googled to try and find out the name of this beetle.  Overall I’m relatively pleased with the sharpness considering it was a fairly windy day.  Taken hand held with a Nikon D750 and Tamron 90mm macro … Continue reading