Monthly Archives: November 2011

By Jupiter!

Posted on November 28, 2011 by rogertheranger

The really bright looking star-like object in the night sky at the moment is the planet Jupiter. With an ordinary telescope you can see the shape of the planet and make out four of its moons – Io, Callisto, Europa … Continue reading →

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Migration Updates

Posted on November 28, 2011 by rogertheranger

Fieldfares are back in the county, having arrived here from Scanndinavia for the winter. A goodploace to see them is at Gullane Bents in the sea buckthorm bushes. There can be as many as 2000 here and they are quite … Continue reading →

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December Countryside News

Posted on November 28, 2011 by rogertheranger

It’s nearly Christmas, and among the many traditions around this time are those associated with plants and animals. Ponder some of these as you prepare for the yuletide festival. Although the robin appears on many of our Christmas cards, it … Continue reading →

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