Hull The Deep

 The Aquarium in Hull opened in March 2002 and was one of the reasons we chose Hull for our Christmas break. We visited every day it was was open and enjoyed the thousands of sea creatures (including seven species of shark), amphibia from the Amazon and Penguins, many of whom have lived there since it opened. The Deep is also a landmark centre for marine research. A team of aquarists look after the animals in The Deep's collection as well as carrying out research into the marine environment. 

Tuesday's Visit to Barton

Tuesday was a better day weatherwise as it stayed dry till we had finished in the afternoon. The wind was just right to hold the Emperor Dragonflies in a hover so I got a few flight shots. Otherwise two favourite butterflies the Brown Argus and the Small Copper, a Long-winged Cone-head, a Straw Dot Moth and Meredith's froglet friends.

Toads instead of Toadstools

There may have been a lack of toadstools in Sheringham Woods today but the overnight rain brought out large numbers of toads (and frogs). Their camouflage in the autumn leaves is amazing. We only noticed them if they moved and often nearly trod on one.

In the Blink of a Frog's Eye

Just for fun - how a frog keeps his eyes clean

Frog Spawn Appeared overnight

Very complacent frog sitting among newly laid frog spawn.