G78

The nature and wildlife of UK postcode area G78

Category Archives: June

If you can’t go to the wildlife, let the wildlife come to you

It’s funny how things turn out. I started this blog to help me discover my local wildlife but as often happens life gets in the way. I do some voluntary … Continue reading

July 4, 2013 · 1 Comment

Roe Deer in Barnes Street, Barrhead

There was a roe buck in Barnes Street at 5am this morning. He was in his summer pelage – an amazing, bright rust red and he was coming into antler. … Continue reading

June 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Water Avens (Geum rivale)

If you haven’t already met, say hello to Water Avens (Geum rivale). This is a member of the Rosaceae family which grows in stream sides, pond edges, damp deciduous woodland … Continue reading

May 28, 2013 · Leave a comment

How to not look like a weirdo

Way back in my younger days when I was more carefree I used to wander around aimlessly with a bag full of field guides. Walking down the Mill Brae (which … Continue reading

May 24, 2013 · 1 Comment