Sunday 1 March 2015

I'VE GOT THE HUMP..

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I came across this strange sight in Wanstead Park the other day. Its an area of ground covered in humps, there are dozens of them. At first I though they were mole hills but on reflection I think they are too large and as I say there are masses of them next to each other. I have no idea what they are but if any readers know please let me know!

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  1. Could it be a reaction to ground frost?

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    1. I don't think so, they seem to be a permanent fixture, I'm puzzled

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    1. I know it's driving me nuts! I has since found out they are a permanent feature, I expect one day I'll find out...

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  3. I'd like to know too. They are indeed always there, and they are also on part of Wanstead Flats and also on the northern bit of Bush Wood. I've seen many there that also have holes burrowed into one side of them. I've searched on animal burrows online but have found nothing that looks like them.

    Perhaps contacting the Wren Group with this picture attached might shed some light? They know all about the local flora and fauna.

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    1. Yes it's a puzzle, I will try the Wren Group if I have luck I'll post it

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  4. They are almost certainly anthills, that's why it's good Green Woodpecker country.

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    1. That's amazing, I would never have though of that. I shall look at them again with new interest. Thank you, I know a lot of people were puzzled...

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    2. Glad to help, I can't remember when I first found that out, someone must have told me years ago.

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  5. Here's a bit of information about anthills http://www.lbp.org.uk/downloads/Publications/HabitatInfo/AG%20education%20Resource%20pack/Education%20+%20information/Ant%20Hills%20Leaflet%20_March%202007.pdf

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  6. We learn something new every day! Great relief, and very interesting, to know the answer! Also interesting how they are a vital part of the local ecology.

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    1. All this local information is great,thank you...

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