Wonders of nature this October

Our volunteers never cease to amaze us with their eagle eyed nature spotting. This morning they have seen a kingfisher fly past their coppicing site at the Great Broad. Stunning! Unfortunately, a kingfisher is notoriously difficult to capture on camera, especially when in flight, so this is sadly a general photo of a beautiful kingfisher for you to enjoy in the hope of spotting one here for yourself soon.

What other autumn sights have been spotted?

Hot off the press, these fungi photos were taken this morning at the Great Broad. Thank you to volunteers Keith and Imogen for the photos. Well done to Richard for spotting the incredibly beautiful fungus below. Yes, you read that right, this image below is not of a flower!

Hare's Foot Inkcap (Coprinopsis lagopus)

The mushroom's cap splits open and curls back as it matures and dries, creating an uncanny resemblance to a flower but with no colour. Incredible! That's a new sight for us all today.

Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor)

It doesn't take much wondering to see how this fungus got its name. A beautiful striped fan, just like a turkey's tail indeed.

What will you spot at the park?

Do get in touch if you spot some wonders of nature during your walks this autumn. We love to know what you have discovered, Remember, please leave fungi untouched for your own safety, and for the good of ecosystems in the park. Thank you for respecting nature's beauty.

If you are happy to share, your photos can be emailed to admin@whitlinghamcountrypark.com as you cannot send an image through our website contact form.

Thanks!