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Habitat Destruction - Ophrys apifera Sept 17, 2018 14:31:44 GMT osprey likes this

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Post by fredg on Sept 17, 2018 14:31:44 GMT

This is a roadside verge in full bloom in 2012. The location is close to the local recycle centre (dump). As can be seen in the photos there is a wonderful display of bee orchids (Ophrys apifera) and other wildflowers.
The verge has been kept "tidy" with frequent grass cutting ever since so the orchids etc. have disappeared. I don't know about you but I know what I'd rather see and it would save money.

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Last Edit: Sept 17, 2018 14:38:23 GMT by fredg

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Habitat Destruction - Ophrys apifera Sept 27, 2018 10:44:24 GMT

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Post by stevebooth on Sept 27, 2018 10:44:24 GMT

Hi Fred
I'm with you as I'm sure most people would be, especially having seen the abundant beauty of the verge. Have you had a word with the local authority at all and explained the situation? They probably see it as a verge in need of maintenance before someone trips over some foliage and makes a claim, but I have known some of them change the mowing regime to protect some plants.
Cheers
Steve

fredg Administrator Slightly (*cough) eccentric Posts: 3,587	Habitat Destruction - Ophrys apifera Sept 29, 2018 6:43:57 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by fredg on Sept 29, 2018 6:43:57 GMT I'll have to get on to that Steve. Although I'm not that good at making a nuisance of myself even if the situation calls for it.
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Post by fredg on Sept 17, 2018 14:31:44 GMT

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Post by fredg on Sept 29, 2018 6:43:57 GMT

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