Observations and photos from the sea-shore, countryside and villages around Largo Bay in the East Neuk of Fife, and from my small garden in Lundin Links. Occasional forays to other parts.
Saturday 26 May 2012
Red Velvet Mite
Sitting in the garden this morning noticed a tiny red blob on the paving stones and then realised it was moving. Eventually identified it as a red velvet mite (Trombidium sp.) It was only about 2 mm in size. It eats aphids and so is a friendly garden creature.
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Married. Semi-retired. I live in a village on the coast in the East Neuk of Fife. Interested in the flora and fauna of this lovely area, and recording my observations of wild-life at the shore, in the countryside, and in our garden. Also, a bit about the local area and some reviews of books, concerts, plays that I've enjoyed.
Although, I hope to take photos of what I see, I am not an expert photographer, however, I hope that the photos will be a good record of my observations of the natural world in a small part of Scotland.
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