The Lagoon Nebula is found in the constellation Sagittarius and is approx 4-6,000 light years from Earth. It is approx … More
Author: Pete
I am semi-retired after a career in medical sciences. I now work from home doing independent research and consultancy amongst other things. One advantage of this is that I do have time to indulge my interests including birdwatching, natural history, steam trains and history particularly ancient history.
Common Tern
A summer visitor to the UK, the Common Tern as its name suggests is the commonest of the Tern species … More
Statues and Memorials in London: My Lady
Cavendish Square is home to some interesting sculptures. Not far from the soap statue of the Duke of Cumberland is … More
Views of Paris (7)
Everywhere you turn in Paris there is monumental architecture from Cathedrals to Government buildings to shopping malls
Naturelog: 17th May
A bright sunny morning and a rare chance to visit Beddington Farmlands in the Wandle Valley near Merton. Beddington is … More
Views of Paris (6)
The Eiffel tower is the iconic landmark of Paris. Instantly recognisable. Here sre some pgotos of the tower against the … More
Whirlpool Galaxy
Haven’t found much time for astrophotography recently but here are some pictures of the Whirlpool Galaxy I have taken
Bullfinch
Surely one of most attractive of British birds. The Bullfinch is a bird of woodland and can be difficult to … More
Statues and Memorials in London: Duke of Cumberland
Prince William, Duke of Cumberland was born in 1721.The third son of King George II he joined the army in … More
Naturelog: 12th May
Its been two weeks since I have done the butterfly and dragonfly survey on my patch, so I am keen … More
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