Signs of the Times

Spring is moving into another phase. Now we have these.

Snakeshead Fritillary Fritillaria meleagris (Fr. Fritillaire damier).

Male Violet Oil Beetle Meloe violaceus.

Cowslip Primula veris (Fr. Coucou).

Grey Willow aka Pussy Willow or Common Sallow Salix cinerea (Fr. Saule cendré).

Garden Grape Hyacinth Muscari armeniacum (Fr. Muscari).

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