Dicot Collection (page 7)

Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea) feeding on Devils bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hertfordshire, England, UK, September

Honey Fungus (Armillaria mellea) growing on mature Ash tree (Fraxinus excelsior). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. September

Mediterranean sea holly / Pyrenean eryngo (Eryngium bourgatii) flowering on montane pastureland, Covadonga, Picos de Europa, Asturias, Spain, August

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) taking off from Knapweed, England, UK, August

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) late summer, Norfolk, England, UK, August

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) sloes and Hawthorn berries (Crataegus monogyna) Norfolk, England, UK, August

Slopes of Moel Famau mountain showing patches cut for Heather (Calluna vulgaris) management with the Vale of Clwyd in the background Clwydian Range, North Wales, UK, August 2016

Brimstone butterfly (Goneopteryx rhamni) male on Wild basil flower (Clinopodium vulgare) Hertfordshire, England, UK, August

Ladys bedstraw (Galium verum) flower, Norfolk, England, UK, August

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) feeding on Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis) in a disused limestone quarry. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), growing on moorland. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Ash Tree (Fraxinus excelsior) growing in a field. Peak DIstrict National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

RF - Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) seeds blowing in the wind, England, UK. May

RF - Silhouettes of Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) seed heads and grasses, England, UK

Autumnal beech trees ((Fagus sylvatica) at Bolderwood, The New Forest, Hampshire, UK. November

Ancient oak tree (Quercus robur), Marsland Mouth, Devon Wildlife Trust, Devon, UK. April 2017

RF- Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) fish-eye lens. Devon, UK. June

Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) male perched in pear (Pyrus sp.) blossom, eastern redbud in background, New York, USA. May

American Robin (Turdus migratorius), feeding on winterberry (Ilex) fruits in winter, New York, USA, December

Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilocus colubris), male flying in to feed from cardinal flowers (Lobelia cardinalis) New York, USA. August

Devils hand Tree (Chiranthodendron pentadactylon) flower, Filo de Caballos, Sierra Madre del Sur, southern Mexico, March

Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) in flower in botanic garden, Vendee, France, July

Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair amongst Prickly pear (Opuntia sp) cacti at coast. Wolf Island, Galapagos. August 2016

Oxlips (Primula eliator) flowering in coppice woodland, a rare and important ancient woodland indicator species, Suffolk, England, UK, April

Red-collared lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubritorquis) pair examining hole in Eucalyptus as a potential nesting hollow. Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia

Flowers (Trollius sp) Balang Mountain, Wolong National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries - Wolong, Mt Siguniang and Jiajin Mountains UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sichuan Province, China

Peony (Paeonia officinalis) Mt Vettore, Umbria, Italy, June

Low angle view of Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on a dead Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica). Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. November

Waterwheel plant (Aldrovanda vesiculosa) a carnivorous aquatic plant with Mosquito larva

English Oak (Quercus robur) in arable field with wheat, composite image showing all four seasons, Surrey, England, UK

Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge parsley (Torilis) and Allium seedhead silhouettes on white background

Birch tree (Betula sp) next to waterfall, Iceland. Runner-Up in the Plants category of the International OasisPhotoContest 2018

Seedling cone plants (Conophytum subfenestratum), approximately two months after sowing. Focus-stacked image

Living stone plant (Lithops dorotheae) one of the living stones plants, in cultivation. It is in transitional stage, with the old leaves withering and new ones emerging. Native to South Africa

Fork-leaved sundew (Drosera bipinata) carnivorous plant, native to Australia

Weimaraner in front of Rhododendron flowers, Haddam, Connecticut, USA. May

Bichon frise beside Colorado blue columbine (Aquilegia coerulea) flowers. Old Lyme, Connecticut, USA. May

Bichon frise standing on rock amongst Rhododendron flowers. Haddam, Connecticut, USA. May

Blackbird (Turdus merula), male singing whilst perched in Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) tree, near Bath, England, UK. May

Dune and Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle), Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) seedling, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Elephant (Loxodonta africana), male standing on hind legs to reach acacia pods with Cattle egrets (Bubulcus ibis) in background. Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

Stag beetle (Lucanus cervus) males fighting on oak tree branch, Elbe, Germany, June

Scarlet elf cup fungus (Sarcoscypha coccinea) amongst Opposite-leaved golden-saxifrage (Chrysosplenium oppositifolium). Clare Glen, Tandragee, County Armagh. March

Pollarded European / Common beech tree (Fagus sylvatica) trees covered in snow, Hohneck, Vosges, France, January

1000 year old grove of Banyan fig trees (Ficus benghalensis) Tongbiguan Nature Reserve, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan province, China, May 2017

Tea mangrove (Pelliciera rhizophorae) seed, Pochote Estuary, Costa Rica, Vulnerable species

Northern pitcher plant (Sarracenia purpurea) photographed on Borgles Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, September

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"Dicot: A Journey through Nature's Diversity" Explore the fascinating world of dicots, a diverse group of plants that includes some truly remarkable species. From the rare and elusive Franklinia alatamaha, also known as Franklinia, to the vibrant Hydrangea hortensis or French hydrangea, each dicot offers its own unique beauty. Find solace under the graceful branches of a Weeping Willow or marvel at the intricate patterns on insects found in Surinam. Discover the humble Gossypium barbadense, commonly known as cotton plant, which has played a significant role in shaping our history. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Scottish Pine Forest or wander through Lineover Wood in Gloucestershire UK, where ancient Beech trees (Fagus sylvatica) stand tall with wisdom accumulated over centuries. Indulge your senses with Durio zibethinus - durian fruit's distinctive aroma and taste. Experience the serene beauty of heathland landscapes that harbor an array of unique flora and fauna. Savor Orangier des Gcnes or Arancio di Genova oranges for their exquisite flavor and fragrance. Uncover the secrets hidden within Myristica sp. , better known as nutmeg - a spice cherished for its warm essence. Lastly, witness nature's ingenuity with Cephalotus follicularis - Australian pitcher plant - showcasing its carnivorous adaptations to thrive in nutrient-poor environments. Dicots offer us glimpses into nature's vast creativity and resilience. They remind us of our interconnectedness with all living beings and inspire us to appreciate Earth's incredible biodiversity. Let these hints guide you on an awe-inspiring journey through this captivating realm.