Yesterday was our conservation’s group workday which found us in Toad Holes Beck.
The south facing bank near the pond was thick of Bramble so last year we reduced the valuable Bramble by half to create a wildflower meadow. However, some of the Bramble has started to come back or we missed some..which is more likely!
So with aching backs we dug up the remaining Bramble, finding 4, 7 Spot ladybirds. However, we under constant surveillance by a pair of Robins who made quick darting flights for worms.
Although it was hard work the reward should be more food for our pollinators in spring and summer.
