I had gone to Royden Parks' walled garden looking for flowers and flying things and I managed to get a decent selection of shots to share. Most are quite beautiful like the kestrel or the various flowers but this fly is a bit of a surprise with its shiny back and colourful eyes.
Also something that is not normally noticeable are the tiny hairs or the black spikes on the edge of the leaf.
We often miss the finer details and where insects are concerned (particularly flies) we brush them aside without a closer look but if we take the time they are quite spectacular, even if they have filthy habits.
I can't decide whether this elephant looks happy or sad. I am slightly surprised how small its eye is in comparison to the size of its head. I think it makes a great photo though.
and a pigeon
and a great grey owl
And while we're at it... a red breasted goose
This beautiful butterfly is called a postman butterfly, I wonder why, I'm sure its not going to be delivering my mail anytime soon. It is quite stunning though.
Just like yesterday's specimen this little beauty has really fancy eyes.
These macro shots are of a beautiful Owl butterfly. I love the iridescent pattern on the wing and I was amazed by the pattern in its eye
