2023
SP9314 : College Lake - Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) close-up
taken 2 years ago, near to Marsworth, Buckinghamshire, England
College Lake - Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) close-up
A close view of some of the snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) seen in SP9314 : College Lake - Snowdrops in the wood - Galanthus nivalis
An interesting feature of the snowdrop flower is the inverted green V on its inner petals. This green colouration is caused by chlorophyl which helps the snowdrop flower itself to photosynthesise (in addition to the energy provided in this way from the leaves) in the lower light conditions of late winter and early spring.
An interesting feature of the snowdrop flower is the inverted green V on its inner petals. This green colouration is caused by chlorophyl which helps the snowdrop flower itself to photosynthesise (in addition to the energy provided in this way from the leaves) in the lower light conditions of late winter and early spring.
The Visitors' Centre, College Lake, near Tring :: SP9313
Work started on the current Visitors' Centre in 2009, which was designed to contain many eco-friendly features. It was opened the following year, and includes a reception area, small cafe (drinks, sandwiches, cakes, and ice creams) with views over the reserve, a display area, toilets and staff offices. There is a large hide with excellent views over the reserve immediately adjacent to it.
There are good disabled facilities and mobility vehicles can be arranged for those who cannot walk round the reserve.
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- SP9314, 195 images (more nearby 🔍)
- Photographer
- Rob Farrow (more nearby)
- Date Taken
- Sunday, 19 February, 2023 (more nearby)
- Submitted
- Saturday, 25 February, 2023
- Subject Location
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OSGB36:
SP 9365 1408 [10m precision]
WGS84: 51:49.0507N 0:38.5666W - Camera Location
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OSGB36: SP 9365 1408
