The whole of the reserve’s invertebrate population falls into one or more of four categories: predators, parasitoids, parasites or prey.
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Yellow brain fungus
Pictures and a message from Clive Knight:
Walking round the reserve today, I saw this bright yellow fungus growing on an old Oak branch. I have no idea what it is. Can anybody help?
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Red bartsia in Lambrok Meadow by the stream near where there is a ford across into the Church Lane field.
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Message from a park goer:
I took this picture this morning out in the park. I have no idea what it is – it’s almost heather-like. It’s in Lambrok Meadow by the stream near where there is a ford across into the Church Lane field.
Identification
Message to Ian:
Another unidentified insect inadvertently included in a botanical picture. Any idea what it is?
Southwick Country Park Nature Reserve 