Wow, nature is too cool! Structures on stinkbug hind legs that used to be interpreted as ears are actually chambers with fungi. The bugs coat their eggs in those fungi to protect them against parasitoid wasps. 🧪
When I was a student I did zero research for a single essay online. All actual books. Didn't have internet in our shared house, no smartphones. The biggest revolution back then was texting.
Pleased to spot a lively Jack Snipe today at RSPB Conwy from the Foel Fras screen. It turns out another one was being watched at the same time from the Carneddau hide. Videos don't do it justice as it was quite distant and in poor light. #birdingwales