tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71732552304124255612024-03-13T03:34:37.800+00:00Cromwell Bottom LNRThe Natural History of Cromwell Bottom LNR
All Records or Data Sets (C) 2009 - 2018 All Rights ReservedColin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.comBlogger252125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-33252815314606409782019-08-02T01:01:00.003+01:002019-08-02T01:22:23.896+01:00Moonlight At CromwellA Tune For All those that betrayed the Vision of Cromwell Bottom LNR<br />
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We here a lot of music from Political Lackeys that call themselves Councillors<br />
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What is Calderdales Position on renewal of the Third Tier Site as an LNR ?<br />
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Why is the Adjacent Landfill Site allegedly remediated enough to run a cafe without planning permission not yet nominated as Part of the LNR ?<br />
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<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/o2M4usgh8Ss" width="560"></iframe>Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-30875020567890967342018-09-03T10:57:00.002+01:002018-09-08T00:48:23.864+01:00Stakeholder Consultation Deep Excavation Cromwell Bottom LNRF.E.ET. Freshwater Environment Ecology Trust<br />
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F.E.ET. Freshwater Environment Ecology Trustt Have operated on Cromwell Bottom as a Phase 1 recording Site since circa 2000 and hold a substantial body of records . We are a principle stakeholder on the reserve and are concerned about the plans to excavate a former licenced fly ash site to which CBWG wish to undertake Deep Excavation<br />
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The Trust believes and are open to be proven wrong that a preconceived agenda is a foot which is not wholly in the interest of Flora and Fauna of the site and that a substantial level of collusion appears to be occurring to circumvent legitimate and professional concerns<br />
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Our view is solely driven on the basis of a full understanding of what Cromwell Bottom Contains and the ultimate protection of flora and fauna on the reserve<br />
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In its current form I do not believe Calderdale Council have fully engaged all Groups and a process of exclusion exists because the view is disliked because it runs contrary to amneinty development<br />
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Freshwater Environment Ecology Trust (F.E.ET ) which express a view
independent of the parties reflected contrary overlap of membership
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Cromwell Bottom LNR is Phase 1 Recording Site to which the FEET have
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highlight the <i>lateness</i> of consultation
to a Primary Stakeholder given the projected schedule on your co-joint project
as lead officer<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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absence of visible information in respect of <i>Statutory</i> Consultees
as part of your Project Scheme and those other stakeholders that may be implicated
by abstraction ( those with fishing rights) or in close proximity<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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absence of an Environmental Impact Assessment should in the event the project
substantially raise and /or lowers water level , if only to develop a
contingency with minimum harm to the ecology in the event of the project
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citation of support or input which is not based on (a)
technical assessment on site , (b) is outdated , (c) lacks objective evidential
support for the project (d) in the case of entomological assessment a
limited window of one year or season being an exceptional year .
(e) No indication of quantifiable volumes needed to maintain the water body by
means of abstraction and whether sustainable or not (f) no permeability
estimates on the loss of subterranean water into aquifers or
passage through existing sub strata (g) Based on the creation of islets and the
CEG estimate of 30 cm top soil coverage it would likely mean more fly ash would
be excavated than can be reasonable disposed of and is likely to be wind
dispersed in hot dry seasons with potential respiratory implications based on
particle size (h) work undertaken by the HSS fails to take into
consideration the potential overall impact as discussed below and FEET have
received no copy of any Botanical or NVC Survey undertaken by any professional<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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understand that you the Council, would seek to promote this project outside
planning consideration and I understand from previous dialogue that you are of
the belief that the Environment Agency have no objection to it and you have
indicated there are no flood control issues that the agency are concerned about<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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also made you aware of the Trusts Concerns as lead
officer in the overall disregard to the councils own policies and
statutory obligations some of which previously misled the agency (EA) – below
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draining of Leachate from the North Loop into the Calder which miraculously
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planning application to which you as principle are aware is
not extant for a Café on a Landfill Site and to which I believe the Agency were
misled given its current use as such and promoted reference to it
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1 </b>is 20 m from a major river is located in
Flood Zone 3 and is designated as a Flood Holding area, which requires a Flood
Risk Assessment, given the nature of work is excavation and / or in the
interest of safety , that being the reserves current designated use as Public
Open Space , It is likely in association with 1b increasing water displacement
at this locality would contravene the Direction of Flood Control within the
Local Authority. In effect if the area becomes a substantive water body ,
(unqualified ) the primary use of the land holding is impacted upon as a Flood
Holding area for the reasons highlighted below. Whilst these gravel pits
have been historically filled with PFA waste, I believe under licence
, the term Lagoons have been historically and inaccurately
used , and in the current form relates to the seasonal accumulation of
surface water on the PFA. The Flood Storage Area located between Canal
and River is a first line surge defence toward Brighouse before the low lying
pasture at Lilands . Whilst the Flood Storage area is limited by the valley
contour there remains significant infrastructure buildings and factory’s
within its scope and contour level , that to include the
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- the promotion of large volumes of water on a flood plain catchment area
would result in displacement of water further down the valley at peak flows
( The large number of KTonne Displacement already
presented by the filling of the oxbows on the CB Landfiill Loops and the
run off from the Low Fields Loops coupled with the Substantive rapid run off
from Peat Uplands and adjacent Steep Southern Slopes locally opposite
on the Calder are self evident . The last Displacement study
on the Flood plain as I understand it is some years old and
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raising water levels it is assumed that an abstraction licence would be one
means of doing so and would be granted and it would be likely that the water
would be removed from the River and / or Canal at low flow times during summer
when water would be at a premium and important to fish populations , . I
believe the Trust has made the Councils Biodiversity Officer aware
of invasive on site Crassula and it remains unclear what initiative
the Local Authority is undertaken to limit it , given the runoff culverts back
into the Calder and close proximity to The Calder & Hebble Navigation . Due
regard should be applied to the Type or Terms of abstraction
licence </span><span style="background: white; color: #39393a; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Water Resources Act 1991 (WRA 1991 </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> and in
respect to any practical implication of the of licence type granted , if
granted in terms of simply filling the structure<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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acknowledge your view to limiting spread of Pygmy weed and caution on any
contradiction in respect of creating any additional run out in respect of its
spread given the mention of irrigating the Eastern and Western Woodlands <o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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natural ecological succession has given rise to more productive <a href="http://cromwellbottomwildlife.blogspot.com/2014/04/life-in-willow-carr.html" target="_blank"><b>biodiversity</b></a>
than what the impact or ingress to Willow Wetland and wet woodland
would yield based on any impact on the component mosaic
known as Lagoon 2 . In the management of this reserve and its uniqueness is
dependent on retained Habitat Mosaics . The evidence based geophysical
benefit of wet woodland at this site has been given separate in 8b below<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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would appear that we are not in variance with the value of both woodlands East
and West assuming the project is kept within clearly defined bounds and that
the value of Lagoon 1 as one of the component matrix is noted as having value ,
if not perhaps overstated. It is unlikely or unclear that PH and DO levels from
a static Rain filled water body would support Fish
populations. The Ornithological Value of the Reed Bed in terms of species
diversity should be graded on the Number of RDB Scarce or BAP Promoted species
to which again there is no guarantee that any given species is likely to
established or for that matter is established . There is also no
guarantee in the quality of water abstracted from the Calder or Canal in terms
of industrial discharges or any breeches , to which abstraction
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the intention present a full Hydological assessment at this
time but it is necessary to consider factors relevant to an
EIA The site Lagoon 1 is located parallel
to a river gradient on terrain with an aquifer What is keeping water in
the lagoon at the moment is PFA. If layers of PFA are removed it is
likely any water displaced into it will in any case permeate
substrata and have a tendency to drop to the level of the
River bed still permeating at the same or enhanced rate .It
is unclear to what area and extent is meant by deep excavation, In
the event of attempting a deep excavation ( unqualified ? ) what
may likely happen is that water levels in the gravel pit would
likely drop to the level of the river causing collapse of soil structure
and embankments or drop to the level of any adjusted displacement and
altered permeability to the aquifer again no one can be
precise in regard to any model , but the net result would be to effectively
promote the draining of the lagoon which historically JBL report the habitat to
be shallow marsh NVC Type prior to any intervention. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is no guarantee or evidence that the projected intervention would
technically raise and hold water levels on this site if it proceded. Trustess (
CBWLG ) therefore should with due diligence consider the spending of monies in
respect of cost benefit and whether or not more practical achievable works on
the reserve could be undertaken<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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diligence in terms of excavating PFA due regard should be given to any
Heavy Metal Toxicity or other Compounds likely to impact within the environment
which accompanies the burning of coal and the subsequent disposal of fly ash,
particularly in respect to the proximity of the water Course and any fish or
amphibia populations I am not sure that any one has assessment in
respect of this chemistry and I have seen no objective advice discussion or
evidence on PFA management from Prof Vann since he has been cited in the
project outline document.. The PFA has been largely contained beneath a top
layer which at the time of its dispersal ranged between 1 – 11/2 ft and has
likely increased in depth over the 30 year period of revegatation and has been
subject to a long time period of dilute and disperse and is unlikely to
have adverse effect , but it is <i>no ones</i> legacy to assume . In terms of
the chemistry of Fly Ash findings are likely reflective of the coal type burnt
at the CEG facility at that time , which I am certain no one has gave
consideration to in any implied EIA and records long since lost or unkept
. On the basis of common sense the overall colour of Fly Ash across the site is
pale Grey indicating a low Carbon burn</span></div>
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council to be aware of the obligations under flood plain control and any
extant policy UDP , Legal or Otherwise in the light of devasting floods
in Calderdale recently and I would be minded to guide Council on
legislation relating </span><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Water Framework Directive 2000</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> and to
Owners of Riparian Land and ,</span><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">were recent legal
Precedent has resulted in adjacent property owners claiming damages from any
acts of Riparian Land Owner Activity Upstream. I am minded to comment on the
increased consequences of displacement which the addition of
water bodies planned existing or otherwise would create cummulately ( I
draw to your attention the Water Ski Lake , Ashgrove basin development etc. I
also minded to advise Trustees of CBWG that vicariously there could potentially
be a shared liability which would have implications on each named Trustee ( I
would advise to seek their own legal advice on liability)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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matters of practical law it is unclear if the Council own Title to the River
and there are complex legal concerns to those with extant fishing rights whom
in the event of abstraction should be fully consulted <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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crude bunds to the West and East of the existing standing water known as Lagoon
1 are simple crude embankments never stucturallyl intended to separate or
contain large bodies of water . There is clear concern in regard to any
breach due any additional hydrostatic pressure brought about by deepening
and introducing of further water . Such bunds were placed solely to separate
the amorphous PFA and would not be structurally sound . Point 4 is
reiterated that any alteration in water level resulting in soil or Bund
collapse particularly by erosion on the Southern Boundary adjacent to the
Calder would transgress back toward the river giving rise to a potential bank
issue or breach to the course of the Calder . In conclusion the extent of
of Earth Movement , required stabilising to make safe any parties to boundaries
described given the reserve to be open space would have to be substantial and
bordering on a major engineering project and in the absence of it could
potentially end up as a cluster<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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noted in your communication the Biodiversity Value of Wet Woodland and Woodland
which seasonally floods is acknowledged - FEET would seek to have
this ecological succession preserved for a number of <u>sound</u> reasons (not
for publication) . The Trust would therefore seek to clearly qualify the
operational area of the project and whether there is any intention to enlarge
or expand the area of Lagoon1 which would ingress into these habitats East and
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Woodland to the East of this demarcation contains Nationally Scarce Plants .
such as Round Leaved Wintergreen and Twayblade and a bund collapse could
potentially impact on their presence<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is also unclear in respect of the Cost and Source of the Funding required
to undertake this work which you imply deep excavation on Council Land Managed
as POS Public Open Space. It is also unclear if the Councils policy on
tendering for this work has been adhered to given the collaborative nature of
the project. It is also unclear from your submission what caveats relate to the
original Permit or Licence associated with the site .The document
provided does not indicate the intended area of work, with specific reference
to Clearance of any Ecological Sucession , ie to what boundaries are you
applying this project too ? with particular clarity on any potential
transgression on the Western Side Lagoon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have now been made aware of the Entomological Report as of 22 August 2018
, and to which has not been widely circulated to all stake
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a report was commissioned by the Authority . It is unclear precisely what the
brief was for the report, and such a report points out that the
management of habitat is the responsibility of the Client. Nevertheless , it
does appear to be bias led to a particular client brief. In the assessment of
Brookfoot we ourselves have had difficulty revisiting and locating original
stands of Bryophyte in the Spagnum Area as a result of the very considerable
surface disruption in the flood year. </span></div>
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undergoes substantial seasonal variance in water levels with levels also
at further variance within the specific habitat Mosaics. Early Sping levels
give rise to ground conditions and shallow water temperatures crucial for
Invertebrates such as Amphibia and the generation of early spring diptera
– syrrphiddae and hymenoptera such as Solitary Wasps which are often
vital food for the wider small bird populations at critical breeding
times and important pollinators in the overall ecological chain ( EG Returning
Migratory species such as Willow Warbler. The large variation in diurnal and
annual temperature ranges experiences on the shallow sub layers of PFA
means the reserve is inherently prone to conditions were ground moisture is
substantially or rapidly lost. ( Hannah PH DO and Conductivity Meter
Monitoring ) The importance of relatively high humidity retained under
the tree canopy at lower vegetative or ground layers ensures invertebrate
breeding populations are maintained . The importance of transitional woodland
therefore can not be over emphasised for any number of reasons . I would also
assert and alert that the conventional methods of NVC habitat management do not
necessarily readily lend to the very fragile and unconventional sub soils or infils
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is noted that prior to intervention by CBWG around the boundary area of Pixie
Wood removal of patchy tree canopy substantially dried off much of the
peripheral wet areas contributing to some of the rarer Bryophytes
recorded and found in the that location . Further implications are discussed
below ( Lessons Learned) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the main the report relies upon historical data reporting and Biodiversity
Records Historically , some of which began before any man made interventions.
And indeed as indicated by MD himself when the site was very much in its
natural state as a river valley FEET has a substantial licenced data base
of Taxa over a 19 year longitudinal study on this Phase 1 recording site
including a follow up study on how many of MD original Coleoptera records
have persisted on the site currently. It appears FEET as a Stakeholder
Organisation has been substantially overlooked . Whilst the report makes a
valuable addition to the total number of taxa over time and in particular
species that require detailed study or methodology ( Gen Det , or other
differential interventions in identification) It is only valid for a specific
window in time July – August 2017 and for a limited part of the reserve
without due regard to linkages and Biological Corridors many of which
have been identified by FEET records ,studies and observations
(Eg Translocation Studies on Wing Marked Meadow Brown Maniola
jurtina ) . From our records Aglaesto alni has been present for
some time at CB LNR in number throughout<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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reporting By FEET in respect of Nationally Scarce species of wet or
decaying woodland were made clear to the local authority whose management
interventions to clear , remove and stack decaying wood from associated and
valuable ecological habit . RW report reflects the overall principle that
within the habitat Mosaics there is substantial biodiversity that remains to be
recorded or in the alternative is difficult to record due to the expertise
required in keying differential identifications. The report for its reasons
given has not addressed the full range of species associated with decaying wood
of woodland margins EG Craneflies nor for that matter the extensive list of
Caddis on across and around the reserve<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is noted that the Ecological Report even in the absence of <u>ALL</u> records
accords substantial weight to the <i>importance</i> of the Unique Invertebrate
Asssemblages associated with the current NVC Mosaics and indeed our
Mapmate output shows clear figures for total numbers of Taxa on each mosaic
type RW work reflects post completion monitoring in regard to the impact
of the work on the Invertebrate Assemblages and by implication does not
guarantee that the project will in fact protect or strengthen the
importance of invertebrates on site . ( Particularly relevant are
Lepidoptera associated currently with the existing sub surface reed bed -
Wainscotts etc ). That coupled with our own view to the Hydrology , Aquifer
Contour and Gradient in respect of whether water can be held , aside from other
issues such as sustained Water Levels ,Flow, Ph Changes in Standing Water
, and the Quality of Water Abstracted and any issue of introducing contaminants
into standing water etc lead us to be concerned . RW report is based
on assertion without evidence that rewetting the woodlands or
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in terms of component mosaics are manifest but should in accordance to its LNR
status have due regard for species richness balanced with overall impact on
uncommon , Scarce Nationally Scarce or other RDB species . FEET has raised
the profile and benefit of the sucession habitat before with the
Councils Biodiversity Officer FEET historically pointed out to the
Local Authority the importance of various linkage corridors or interventions
that would promote movement of biodiversity around the reserve . In RW work
limitations are made clear in respect of looking at this one section or
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the study management of CB unique Habitat Mosaics the
precept that the NVC Types are typically managed or conform to
conventional measures often overlooks the fragility of the substantive man made
interventions sub soils excavations infills and land fills present on the
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contributes to the Biological Records on Site it is driven by hypothetical
considerations centred around its limitations which could potentially be
misinterpreted Taken in context with the Councils
view to managing the reserve as a Countryside Park precipitates a number of
conflict of interests. In the assessment of Brookfoot we ourselves have had difficulty
rebisitting and locating original stands of Bryophyte in the Spagnum Area as a
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studies undertaken 2 weeks post flood event in the Spagnum and Area
Abridging Pixie wood it can seen that the fluid dynanics of the River caused a
significant Back wash as flood waters approached Brookfoot . In that study it
was clear that amorphous water channels created in the PFA directed water
back upstream uprooting trees and lying them contra to the flow the river . It
was evident at the boundary of Pixie wood were willow and other trees had been
removed that the lack of tree roots which otherwise contributed to the breaking
and flow dispersal are important agents at play in the flood wash plane
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this juncture XXXXX, it is difficult to make an informed opinion as to whether
we would object wholly to this project , in the absence of facts
and without the input and views of the Statutory Undertakers ,In the main , for
the reasons discussed , we would not object to the general maintenance of
work on the “ Reedbed “ in its current form but would need assurance that
the Wet Woodlands to the East and West would not be impacted on , particularly
by any structural or breech of alteration of the very crude earth embankments
in situ which were not intended for the purpose of holding water that you would
seek to introduce. I also sincerely take the view , given no technical insight
or guarantee that the project could potentially raise water levels effectively
, that our assessment Consultation should go some way in informing
Trustees CBWLG , as to whether monies spent , in this project would
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welfare and well of flora and fauna and the integrity of the ecosystem is the
Trusts primary concern not a desire or bias in the ecological chain for
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Said would support the current management of Lagoon 1 in its <u>present</u>
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you appreciate as chair of an organisation that would endorse any impact
or consequence of Freshwater , I must operate with enhanced diligence and as
always an independent view that represents the Calder and Biodiversity
associated with it and CB LNR. Whilst FEET share the commitment and
enthusiasm of CBWG in making it a better place and as accorded by our own
Trust , a profound desire to see improvement , CBWG have on a number of
occasions deviated from their articles of association , principly the extension
of reserve by registering North Loop as a Local Nature Reserve with Natural
England and appear to have adopted a process of not engageing
of other stakeholders contrary to the direction of their Current
Articles. ( Although I note and <u>Thank</u> XXXXXX in regard to her
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Chistmas elves or santas elves, are magical creatures clad in red or green (Christmas colors),and live and work in the North Pole. They are Santa's little helpers, making toys in Santa's workshop.</div>
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Also included in their job description is taking care of Santa's reindeer, maintaining the sleigh, sorting through Santa's letters from the children and making sure that those children are asleep before Santa delivers presents on Christmas Eve.</div>
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<br />Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-50536206068631265722016-12-21T21:37:00.002+00:002017-01-03T17:02:10.117+00:00Cryptic Crossword For "Moth" ers<span style="font-size: large;">Christmas is coming Nothing Much is moving on the Moth Front - but here is an opportunity to Brush up on 50 British Species albeit in a Cryptic Way . This is a great opportunity for Moth Gurus to show their Skill Prowess and Knowledge !!!!!!!!! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">I wonder if anyone can complete it ( apologies in advance for the Cryptic Clues but be thankful it was'nt a crossword on Craneflies :-) ) Best of Luck !!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>5<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Flown to close to the Lamp ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>6<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>A score of Feathers ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>8<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Not a Brussels Sprout but same Family<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>12<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Spick & Span nicely polished<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>13<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>A seasonal expectation this time of Year ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>17<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Combustion at the sides of neck ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>19<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>This one is a big green Jewel<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>20<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Two Birds in one !!!!!!<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>22<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>High Flier with the Cartography<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>24<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>German Folk likely seen around Whitby ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>29<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Invasive suite plays its cards right this year<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> & returns</span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>31<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Calderdales flooring dilemma<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>35<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Works in the Woodland ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>36<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Regal Oriental<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>38<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Underneath the Bridge on a dimly lit night ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>40<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>This Common moth is no slow coach<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>42<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Geometry in sun glasses ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>44<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Female Geriatric<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>45<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Not a newspaper or revealing angel<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>46<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>something of a nosy creature ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>47<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lawn all in a Tangle ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>49<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Something of a Romany ???<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>3<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Weather looking overcast at the edge ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>4<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Fast Citrus<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Butler with healthy complexion<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>9<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>One fat ladywell proportioned & not much more?Bingo ?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>11<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>here we go round the planet ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>14<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Moon beneath the flight structures ???<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>16<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Lets paint the bridge beige and admire its structure ??<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>23<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Not quite a Popular Raptor ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>25<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Hot footed flooring ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>26<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Just as you thought you have bailed the criminal !!<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>27<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Bright one on the sea shore ??<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>28<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Not a water carpet but a small stream ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>32<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>This moth has things in common with Santa Reindeer<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>33<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Beware the ides of March ? Get the Point ?<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>34<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>A ribbon at Sea<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>37<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The answer could be right at the side of your Head ???<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"> <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>39<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>The answer would be on the end of your Nose<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span> </span><br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>GREEN</b></span>- Is due to a pigment know as Chlorophyll the chlorophyll's green color dominates and masks out the colors of any other pigments that may be present in the leaf during the grow season. As Autumn approached Trees undergo practical changes due to harsher temperature and lower light levels allowing other colours to appear Chlorophyll, which gives leaves their basic green color. It is necessary for photosynthesis, the chemical reaction that enables plants to use sunlight to manufacture sugars for their food. Trees in the temperate zones store these sugars for their winter dormant period.<br />
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Veins that carry fluids into and out of the leaf are gradually closed off as a layer of special cork cells forms at the base of each leaf. As this cork layer develops, water and mineral intake into the leaf is reduced, slowly at first, and then more rapidly. It is during this time that the chlorophyll begins to decrease.<br />
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As the chlorophyll breaks down, the green color disappears, and the yellow to orange colors become visible and give the leaves part of their fall splendor.Orange Yellows can be due to carotenes and xanthophyll. Carotenoids, which produce yellow, orange, and brown colors in such things as corn, carrots, and daffodils, as well as rutabagas, buttercups, and bananas.<br />
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At the same time other chemical changes may occur, which form additional colors through the development of red anthocyanin pigments. Some mixtures give rise to the reddish and purplish fall colors of trees such as dogwoods.Anthocyanins, which give color to such familiar things as cranberries, red apples, concord grapes, blueberries, cherries, strawberries, and plums. They are water soluble and appear in the watery liquid of leaf cells.<br />
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Common Kingfishers measure 17 – 19 centimetres in length, weigh between 34 – 46 grams and have a wingspan of 25 centimetres. Their beak is around 4 centimetres long and pointed. Kingfishers have short, orange coloured legs.<br />
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Kingfishers have very keen eyesight. The kingfisher has monocular vision (in which each eye is used separately) in the air and binocular vision (in which both eyes are used together) in water. The underwater vision is not as a sharp as in the air, however, the ability to judge the distance of moving prey is more important than the sharpness of the image.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Kingfishers are found by still or slow flowing water such as lakes, canals and rivers in lowland areas. In winter, some individuals move to estuaries and the coast. Occasionally they may visit garden ponds if of a suitable size. They can be seen a</span>ll year round. Cromwell Bottom is an ideal location for theses birds with a unique comnbination of the River Calder, Canals and Lagoons<br />
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Kingfishers are vulnerable to hard winters and habitat degradation through pollution or unsympathetic management of watercourses. Kingfishers are amber listed because of their unfavourable conservation status in Europe. It is estimated there are 3,800-4,600 breeding pairs in the UK<br />
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The common kingfisher hunts from a perch 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft) above the water, on a branch, post or riverbank, bill pointing down as it searches for prey. It bobs its head when food is detected to gauge the distance, and plunges steeply down to seize its prey usually no deeper than 25 cm (9.8 in) below the surface<br />
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Like all kingfishers, the common kingfisher is highly territorial; since it must eat around 60% of its body weight each day, it is essential to have control of a suitable stretch of river. It is solitary for most of the year, roosting alone in heavy cover. If another kingfisher enters its territory, both birds display from perches, and fights may occur, where a bird will grab the other's beak and try to hold it under water. Pairs form in the autumn but each bird retains a separate territory, generally at least 1 km (0.62 mi) long, but up to 3.5 km (2.2 mi) and territories are not merged until the spring.<br />
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The courtship is initiated by the male chasing the female while calling continually, and later by ritual feeding, mating usually following.<br />
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Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-29973314840627440392016-08-25T21:13:00.001+01:002016-08-25T21:59:00.295+01:00The Missing Loop <i>The status of North Loop is not an Nature Reserve and could readily become another section of Lowfields Ind Estate it is therefore important that it is without delay it is manged formally by agreement as a LNR. Other than contractual agreement with the Environemnt Agency to restore it to its original natural status the site in short a crudely capped entity with very little biodiversity . Whilst many may think that the much appreciated and valued time they give to landscape it is for the betterment of conservation and the exsisting reserve whose status in any case expires relatively soon should think carefully . It is clear that the council have shown no commitment to mentorring this site in this formal way as an LNR , . Furthermore it is becoming increasingly apparent that Countryside Services a service already paid for by the people of Calderdale are charging particularly children to engage in activities elsewhere in the borough. Many may not like the analysis but there has been no progress or comittment to advancing the status of this site , It is concerning that the Biodiversity Officer for Calderdale has not secured the future of this site through the Local Development Plan </i><br />
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All district and county councils have powers to acquire, declare and manage LNRs. Parish and town councils can also declare LNRs but they must have the powers to do so delegated to them by the principal local authority. To qualify for LNR status, a site must be of importance for wildlife, geology, education or public enjoyment. Some are also nationally important Sites of Special Scientific Interest.</div>
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Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-17807168060256995692016-08-07T21:53:00.003+01:002016-08-07T21:53:31.037+01:00Lucy's LemursBrave Girl Lucy Ryan Takes on great Challenge for conservation Heres Lucy's story and how you can help her<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We say GOOD LUCK to LUCY on her trip</span><br /><br />My name is Lucy Ryan, at 11 I was diagnosed with a cerebral folate deficiency. A rare metabolic disorder which effects the muscles and nerves in the hands and feet. Symptoms include cramps and muscle and nerve pain. As a result I use a wheelchair or crutches and was unable to complete my GCSEs. However this has not changed my ambitions and has only made me more determined to succeed.<br /><br /><br />10 years on, I am currently completing a BSc in Wildlife Conservation at LJMU, with a 2nd year grade of 75%. I have gained experience in a range of ecological surveying and wildlife management techniques. With a particular interests primate and community based conservation.<br /><br /><br />In September i will embark on an 11 month scientific research expedition to Madagascar. This will allow me to gain vital and invaluable experience within my chosen field. Day to day activities will include Lemur conservation, Environmental education, reforestation, habitat protection and the replantation of native species.<br /><br /><br />I also have the opportunity to complete a scientific research project on the Endangered Collared Brown Lemur. Greatly dependent upon habitat quality, population densities of this species in the selected area are currently unknown. My project aims to not only identify these but to establish a long term monitoring program for the species. To fill the current gap in knowledge, with the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) identifying population trend data as a research priority for this species.<br /><br /><br />Originally intended as a work experience placement with uni, funding would have been greatly supported by SFE. However due to complications with university insurance, the placement was unable to go ahead. Now considered a gap year and separate from university the whole expedition must be self funded.<br /><br /><br />Donations go towards project equipment, forest permits, accommodation, living costs and flights. Please share my story, all donations are greatly appreciated (min £2).<br /><br /><br />Thankyou.Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-91402144748548921492016-08-07T21:34:00.002+01:002016-08-07T21:34:27.976+01:00Not What You Want - New Zealand Pygmyweed Crassula helmsii<b>New Zealand Pygmyweed Crassula helmsii AKA Australian Swamp-Stonecrop</b><br />
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Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-64624007473935614122016-06-12T20:09:00.001+01:002016-06-12T20:09:08.709+01:00Cromwell Dayfinds Moths Today 12 June 16A few things on the reserve today<br />
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Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-39354278786822507572016-05-28T14:58:00.000+01:002016-05-28T18:19:26.416+01:00Worthy Macro from Group MemberHere is a selection of Macro Shots from Glynne W (FEET CB Member) many of the creatures featured are found througout the reserve . his macro is worthy of comment for a number of reasons . not just the diffculty in getting close to the subject per se but the fact that Glynne is using an <i>improvised manual lens system </i>and shooting manually no autofocus with his own technique . All in all this work is giving a high end lens a run for its money and producing good results that are more than fit for purpose well done<br />
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<br />Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-81251309085599571562016-05-18T21:06:00.003+01:002016-05-18T21:06:43.925+01:00Harvestnman From Gordon JacksonPost From Gordon Jackson FEET Member<br />
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This morning there was a <b>Harvestman</b> on the wall. It was at the perfect height for taking photos. As with other things I've posted recently, I posted this one last year. I didn't know which Harvestman it was. Then I was told I was the 8th person in England to record it.An unexpected and happy surprise for me. Since then, I've had two others on the wall, there seems to be a small, thriving colony of them near our house. It is a <b>Harvestman, </b><i>Platybunus pintorum</i><b>.</b><br />
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The species is <b>Pine dependant </b>and really, more common in Scotland, due to having a lot more pine trees than we have. They appear to be becoming more common in England. This is probably due to garden centres importing pines from Scotland.<br />
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There is more information about them in my post last year in this blog. I'm posting these photos because they are superior to the first set. A diagnostic of <i>P. pintorum</i> are the white spines on either side of its moth parts. They are much clearer here than in my previous photos. So, entering stage right is your own, your very own <i>Platybunus pintorum.</i><br />
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<br />This Spider is usually associated with marshy places and near to water where it hunts along the banks and on the water's surface thanks to water repellent hairs on its legs. it s occurs in a wide variety of wetland habitats such as pond and stream margins, marshes, fens, upland blanket bogs, Sphagnum seeps and reed-beds. In sunny weather this ambush predator can be found in the open, but in cooler weather it conceals itself amongst low vegetation.<br /><br />
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Females can be up to 9 mm long, whilst males are about 6 mm. The colour pattern of this spider is quite distinctive with a red-chestnut abdomen with a central mustard coloured cardiac mark and white sides to both the abdomen and carapace.<br /><br /><br />
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Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-831614929488942952016-05-04T17:04:00.000+01:002016-05-04T17:38:00.926+01:00Update Crowther Bridge May - Early JuneThe Main Bridge onto the reserve at Crowther Bridge at the Anglers Car Park is due for demolition as a result of barge collision earlier this year during the flood events. Access is planned to be open in the Evening and Week Ends<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Please note that outside such times parking at the Avocet Factory at Brookfoot and walking the Canal Tow path toward elland will be the only effective way to visit.</b></span><br />
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<a href="http://feetworks.blogspot.co.uk/"><b>FEET </b></a>The Freshwater Environment Ecology Trust have been liasoning on this issue and seek to ensure the Vousoirs (Arch Bricks) , Springers and general architectural impression of the replacement mirrors the Heritage stature of the original constuction particular with regard to the retention of the old Chain marks on the Block Facings . Important educational features for our local schools.<br />
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No one has actually seen the councils proposal which needs to be in keeping with the area. The intention is also to remove the pedestrain concrete Bridge when completed although we are not entirley informed of the logic of disposing of the Downstream fail safe. The work is being undertaken on by the canal and River Trust on behalf of the Council who are the owners of the Bridge from government flood relief monies but we will be looking very carefully at the incorporation or proposal of such funding to remove Land Drainage containing Toxix Landfill Waste front the site which is not the intended use of the funding<br />
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FEET are currently raising issues of emergency acess and protocols for the emergency services in the event of fire or ambulance needed on site Members can currently access FEET protocols on their blog <a href="http://feetmembers.blogspot.co.uk/?zx=dc5f62e45f3aab49"><b>Members Site</b></a>Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-52750765350644084762016-05-04T17:03:00.000+01:002016-05-04T18:58:47.200+01:00Froglife - Good News From Billy The FrogWe get quite a few questions and enquiries from local children and schools close to the reserve particularly about the fascinating life cycle of the Frog . Chloe has recently asked what happens to the baby frogs - Andrew - What are baby Frogs Called and Bethany - How high can frogs jump Well there is some good news this Spring. Below is a picture of Billy The Frog with his new family - Little Billy and they will be jumping around Cromwell this Spring<br />
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<br />Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-13339432944277243712016-04-22T19:12:00.002+01:002016-04-22T19:22:35.903+01:00Nesting Birds<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
If you are aware of any fires in this area likely to distress the Bird in question Please email in confidence so an activity log can be created and the situation monitorred during the nesting period of this Bird or any other information relating to this matter appreciated. Eg Date Time , Severity, Duration or any other objective log or imaging accessible from the Public ROW. <br /><br />Alternatively you may append to Police Log for this matter is 0281 0f 12th April 2016 by ringinging 101</div>
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<br />Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7173255230412425561.post-14228929428110487742016-04-22T10:53:00.001+01:002016-04-26T16:39:52.443+01:00Species Records Indicating Flood Impact Spring 2016<b>Whats Slow this Year</b><br />
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With the floods affecting the River this Year it is worth pointing out what species have been slow to recover<br />
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Based on 17 years survey return Caddisflies have been a slow starter this year although we have yet to look at returns from light traps<br />
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Also affected appear to be the slow start to the solitary Bee Populations with a number of species down - many solitary bees and wasps use the river embankment to create burrows<br />
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The impact of flooding on the Swan Mussells has been masked by the Dreding events in the canal<br />
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We shall be addding to the post on the basis of records as they come in and doing a year on year comparison<br />
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<b>Intervention Concerns</b><br />
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Tree removal bordering the Spaghnum Bog was never a good idea near open expanse bordering the Pixie Wood is suffering sun scorch and many of the Mosses Lichens ( inc some of the harder to find Cladonias ) and Haircaps on Stumps are in the process of being lost paricularly with the action of the underlying fly ash channels which have shifted with water influx being unimpeded by any rooting vegetation and made there way through the stabilising root bases . The value of Willow carr in preserving relative Ground Humidity has been emphasised . Loss of Damp Habitat also means impact on the Amphibian population. Much of the surface spagnums have been affected by the cement like dust and scum on the water surface. In this area there has been a much reduced Amphibian Count bearing in mind Toads will attempt to make there way to their historic breeding sites This appraisal reinforces the concept that the reserve needs sensitive management . Based on 10 seasonal years record the Willow Warblers that usual stage in this area are down or absent full report to follow.<br />
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<br />Colin Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13312247174415531014noreply@blogger.com0