Kate Whapham

ONE TREE CAN MAKE ENOUGH OXYGEN FOR 4 PEOPLE — EVERY SINGLE DAY! A mature tree produces ~118 kg (260 lbs) of oxygen per year... while absorbing 22 kg of CO₂. That's why ancient forests are literal life-support systems for the planet. We're breathing because trees have been quietly running Earth's air factory for millions of years Nature's MVPs deserve more credit. Mind = blown? Like + RT if you're team trees! #Trees #NatureFacts #Climate

@itsnotaboutwork I think it is a tulip called 'spring green' - rather appropriate!

I am not a green finger type so have no idea what this flower is that has randomly popped up...

@jcurtisart And you!

Have a lovely day

@Ed_P_Wildlife Exciting!

First Bee-fly of the year in our #Staffs garden today; Bombylius major. #bees #SolitaryBees #pollination #biodiversity

@B_Strawbridge Haven't seen one here yet but plenty of buff tailed and a tree bee

Over the moon to find this STUNNING red tailed bumblebee queen yesterday, basking in the sunshine on our Crocus Especially happy because this particular species hasn’t been doing well over the last few years. Fingers crossed for a period of good weather for her now…

More sketching and enjoying using pastels #art #beechtree #skecthing #daffodils #drawing #spring

@PoetDeanwilson6 There's a poem in that!

Beach Finds #Withernsea

@jcurtisart One was singing all day yesterday!

Catching up with some posts - a beautiful thrush I had the pleasure of watching for about 5 minutes, a couple of weeks ago.

Growing your own herbs is a great way to help nature - many herbs produce nectar-rich blooms that attract butterflies, bees, hoverflies and other pollinators. Herbs grown at home avoid pesticide use - and they taste wonderful! Ideas: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/herbs…

@VenetiaJane Thank you!

“May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door.” — Traditional Irish blessing Green flowers, symbolising good health and good fortune, to wish the Emerald Isle a happy St. Patrick’s Day. #StPatricksDay #LaFeilePadraig

Sketching feathers - mostly magpie #art #feathers #birds #pasteldrawing #sketch

Sketching #art #sketching

'Description A beautiful and unique guide to Britain’s bees – a perfect gift for all gardeners and nature lovers. Bees are much-loved and hugely important creatures. But most of us know next to nothing about them.' DM if you would like to order this book xxx

@mattthesparrow @robmhowe65 @WiltsBirdClub She looks rather surprised to be there herself - what a beautiful owl!

After the worst ever winter for Owls, it was brilliant to ring this beautiful female Long-eared Owl at the weekend. She is the first LEO to be ringed on this particular farm. They are a rare bird in Wiltshire and most records are from bird ringing.

@CRCuthbert We did indeed!

@KateWhapham Thanks Kate, hope you saw the Whooper Swans and lots of other wildlife, Minsmere is a very special place!

The wonderful calls of Whooper Swans on the West Scrape at Minsmere, Suffolk, this morning, displaying together as they join with a third Whooper Swan. There's a clear sense of excitement and strong bonds between the pair as they greet each other on arrival! 10th March 2026

Dandelions are starting to appear! They’re a vital source of early nectar for bumblebees, butterflies and other insects - and birds feed on the seeds. So please let them grow! More tips to help nature: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/5-tip…

Two paintings off to a new home which is always exciting! #paintings #art #acrylicpainting #ashtree #leafmould #tulips

Take care driving along country lanes at dusk – there may be frogs or toads crossing the road. Some amphibians travel up to a mile, on a mission to return to their ancestral ponds to breed. Joining a toad patrol can also help them cross safely! More: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/Sprin…

@LGSpace Saw a number last week