Ichneumon Wasp

 

An Ichneumon Wasp.


Also known as Ichneumon flies these are relatives of the Bees and Wasps. I haven’t seen this species before. Unfortunately I cannot identify it as there is no comprehensive guide to British Ichneumons. This species has a distinctive hind leg.
 

Mason Wasp

 

A new species of potter or mason wasp to add to my collection of insect photos - Odynerus species (possibly the Spiny Mason Wasp - Odynerus spinipes).
 

Otter footprint

 

An Otter footprint at Cricklepit Mill.


And the Otter's spraints in the same place.
 

Ancistoceros antilope

 

This may be the potter or mason wasp Ancistoceros antilope but there are a few very similar species so I cannot be certain. It was photographed by the River Exe.
 

Water Speedwell

 

So far as I can recall without having my list to hand Water Speedwell - found by the River Exe - was a new species for me.


I have yet to identify this plant - a clover species?