Priory Water Collection

White Ermine (Spilosoma lubricipeda) adult male, resting on leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Beaked hoverfly (Rhingia campestris) adult, cleaning eye with hind leg, resting on leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Cinnamon Sedge Caddisfly (Limnephilus lunatus) adult, resting on leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Sawfly (Rhogogaster picta) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Common Amber Snail (Succinea putris) adult, crawling on partially eaten leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Buff-tip (Phalera bucephala) adult, resting on reed stem, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Red-eyed Damselfly (Erythromma najas) immature male, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Tench (Tinca tinca) immature, swimming through pondweed, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May (photographed in specialist photography tank and subsequently returned to wild)

Grass Snake (Natrix natrix) adult, close-up of head, in short grass, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, May

Mercury vapour moth trap on white sheet amongst low vegetation at night, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

View of cirrocumulus clouds over flooded former gravel pit habitat at sunset, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Common Stretch Spider (Tetragnatha extensa) adult, with Common Blue Damselfly (Enallagma cyathigerum) adult male, prey caught in web, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Crescent Moon, above mercury vapour moth trap in beside flooded former gravel pit habitat at night, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Herald Moth (Scoliopteryx libatrix) adult, resting on dead wood, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Red Ant (Myrmica rubra) adult, meeting Black-and-red Froghopper (Cercopis vulnerata) adult, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Blue-tailed Damselfly (Ischnura elegans) adult male, feeding on remains of tachinid fly prey, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Four-spotted Chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata) adult, cleaning eye with front leg, resting on stem, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Saucer Bug (Ilyocoris cimicoides) adult, swimming through pondweed, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, may

Dance Fly (Empis tessellata) adult, fallen victim to Pathogenic Fungus (Entomophthora muscae) that enters brain and causes it to land, climb to the top of bush and die

Green Nettle Weevil (Phyllobius viridiaeris) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

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Discover the enchanting world of Priory Water Nature Reserve in Leicestershire, England. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of nature as you witness the wonders that unfold within its serene surroundings. Witness the delicate Latticed Heath (Chiasmia clathrata) adult, gracefully clinging to the underside of a leaf. Its intricate patterns and vibrant colors add a touch of elegance to this tranquil oasis. Observe the Drinker Moth (Euthrix potatoria) caterpillar, confidently traversing a dead bramble stem. Its fuzzy appearance and bold markings make it an intriguing sight amidst the lush vegetation. Experience nature's transformation as you witness a Blue-tailed Damselfly (Ischnura elegans) nymph emerge from water for its final moult into adulthood. This remarkable metamorphosis showcases resilience and growth in its purest form. Marvel at the freshly emerged Red-eyed Damselfly (Erythromma najas), with wings and abdomen not yet expanded. As it takes its first flight, admire its delicate features and anticipate how it will soon grace these landscapes with vibrant hues. Encounter a White Ermine (Spilosoma lubricipeda) adult male resting on a leaf, exuding an air of sophistication against nature's backdrop. Its pristine white coat stands out among green foliage, truly embodying elegance personified. Dive beneath the surface to discover a Blue-tailed Damselfly nymph clinging to pondweed underwater. Witness this graceful creature navigate through aquatic realms with effortless ease - an embodiment of adaptability in their natural habitat. Catch sight of a Beaked hoverfly (Rhingia campestris), meticulously cleaning its eye with hind leg while perched upon a leaf. This small act reveals nature's attention to detail even in seemingly insignificant moments. Spotting a Kentish Snail (Monacha cantiana) crawling along leaves is like stumbling upon hidden treasure. Its slow and deliberate movements remind us to appreciate the beauty in simplicity.