Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) found by Michael and myself today on a patch of wasteland at Lightcliffe. It is a very beautiful and striking plant and we were both very pleased to see it.
I was thinking of suggesting a visit to the usual place for them at Lightcliffe because the botany is generally interesting, but been too busy. Maybe next week ?
Of the 11 Bee Orchids I found the other day, 3 have been broken in half ,3 have been damaged badly, 2 slightly damaged and 3 are still OK. Please people be very carful when visiting this site they are very difficult to see , stand on the path there is no need to go any closer..........................
Of the 11 Bee Orchids I found the other day, 3 have been broken in half ,3 have been damaged badly, 2 slightly damaged and 3 are still OK. Please people be very carful when visiting this site they are very difficult to see , stand on the path there is no need to go any closer..........................
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Nice one Alison.
ReplyDeleteEmma and I had a good look last year but failed to find it. I guess this is at the usual place??
Thanks Bruce.
ReplyDeleteI presume it was at the usual place as Michael knew where to find them. They were found on a patch of wasteland off the beaten track.
They have been in the area a while but these were not at the bit near the Golf Course.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking of suggesting a visit to the usual place for them at Lightcliffe because the botany is generally interesting, but been too busy. Maybe next week ?
ReplyDeleteTwo places at Lightcliffe ? !
I had 11 bee orchids today at Lightcliffe in a small area just where the paths cross,,,, there was Common Spotted Orchid here as well.
ReplyDeleteI am free next week Steve, that is if you still want to go? It sound like an interesting day out =)
ReplyDeleteOf the 11 Bee Orchids I found the other day, 3 have been broken in half ,3 have been damaged badly, 2 slightly damaged and 3 are still OK. Please people be very carful when visiting this site they are very difficult to see , stand on the path there is no need to go any closer..........................
ReplyDeleteOf the 11 Bee Orchids I found the other day, 3 have been broken in half ,3 have been damaged badly, 2 slightly damaged and 3 are still OK. Please people be very carful when visiting this site they are very difficult to see , stand on the path there is no need to go any closer..........................
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