Tony Drakeford

Nature + wildlife expert

Tony Drakeford is our resident nature expert. Look out for his weekly column, Nature Notes.

Tony Drakeford is our resident nature expert. Look out for his weekly column, Nature Notes.

Latest articles from Tony Drakeford

Nature Notes: A habitual flasher

As the coarse fishing seasons I recall how as a boy, I spent many happy hours fishing in my local common pond, not only catching fish but watching them too was equally important.

Nature notes: My favourite insect

Thronging streams and lakes now are several species of damselfly, the largest of which is the magnificent banded demoiselle, my favourite insect.

Nature Notes: 'An amazing sight'

Having spotted my first swift on 28th April, I saw no more until 9th May when four flew screaming over the garden, although sadly, none nest locally any more.