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Warning! – First occurrence of ‘Ash die-back’ in Britain

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Bridgend Countryside Volunteer Events

First occurrence of ‘ash dieback’ in Britain Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:08 AM PDT A fungal disease caused by Chalara fraxinea was found for the first time in a nursery in South East England. The disease is widespread on the … Continue reading →

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The Bridgend ‘Species of the Day’ today is the Mallard

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Bridgend Countryside Volunteer Events

Mallard      Anas platyrhynchos Mallards are one of the most commonly seen birds in the UK and are a resident species on most of Bridgend County’s lakes and ponds.  The male is distinctive with its yellow bill, bottle green head, white … Continue reading →

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The Bridgend ‘Species of the Day’ today is the Ash Tree

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Bridgend Countryside Volunteer Events

Ash   Fraxinus excelsior Ash trees are common in Bridgend County and it is the fourth most common tree in the UK.  The tree has a silvery bark, that when fully mature become more fissured.  The ash tree forms 6-12 paired leaves … Continue reading →

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