Common Bistort (and photobomber) by fishers

Common Bistort (and photobomber)

It was lovely to see lots of wild flowers on Clifton Ings, where the flood bank is to be raised in height over the next 18 months. Lovely to see them, but some will suffer the effects of the earth movers during the work.

The delicate, pink flowers of Common bistort can be seen in wet meadows, pastures and roadside verges. It is also known as 'Pudding Dock' in North England because it was used to make a dessert at Eastertime.

They form a lovely display amongst the various other wild flowers currently to be seen.

I didn't even notice the photobomber until I had decided to post this shot, but I didn't change my mind - this insect deserves it's five minutes of fame as well!

Ian

So elegant and a cool bomber!
June 13th, 2022  
Wonderful shot and details. The bug is such an interesting colour
June 13th, 2022  
Nice
June 13th, 2022  
Nice shade of pink and bug capture
June 13th, 2022  
Nicely focused, a lovely shot.Fav😊
June 13th, 2022  
great details
June 13th, 2022  
neat bug!
June 13th, 2022  
Nice shot, details
June 13th, 2022  
Great close up and beautiful capture. Fav.
June 13th, 2022  
The insect earned its fame! Nice shot.
June 14th, 2022  
Such a lovely shot
June 14th, 2022  
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Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.

I don't know what the bug is, but I rather like it as a bonus in this shot!

Ian
June 14th, 2022  
it looks like a shield bug? Does it have a back that's a shield shape?
June 15th, 2022  
Excellent photo, interesting bug!
June 15th, 2022  
@shannejw

I didn't see it closely, so I can't say.

Ian
June 16th, 2022  
@vesna0210

Thank you Vesna, I'm pleased that you like it.

Ian
June 16th, 2022  
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