Sunday, 1 November 2015

Peeling and Flaking

Bark.  Nikon D200
15th September 2015

The bark on the apple tree in the garden is often in a state of flux.  The top surface peels slowly over time, flaking away to leave smooth bare patches.

I wonder how many insects are going to take their chances over the winter on some of the looser flakes.

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