3651 x 5519 px | 30,9 x 46,7 cm | 12,2 x 18,4 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
6. Dezember 2012
Ort:
Norfolk England UK
Weitere Informationen:
The extensive, yellow-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common Reed are a familiar sight of wetlands across the UK. They form important habitats for birds including rare and threatened species such as Bittern, Marsh Harrier and Bearded Tit. Because of their importance for wildlife, reedbeds are classified as a priority habitat in the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. The golden, tall stems of Common Reed are easy to identify when packed together in a reedbed. Their large, feathery flower spikes can be seen blowing in the breeze from late summer onwards, beginning as dark purple and slowly fading as the spikelets (containing the flowers) grow bristles.
