NEWTS

[Jacksparrow]

I was trawling the nature pond yesterday to remove Duck Weed and accidently caught two Smooth Newts. They seemed a bit lethargic which isn't surprising as the pond water is still very cold.

[Placido]

Aaaahh, I like that .

(Surprised we haven't had a "Noots" topic previously )

P.S.: Jacksparrow, did you ever meet Gussie Fink-Nottle ??

[Jacksparrow]

Aaaahh, I like that .

(Surprised we haven't had a "Noots" topic previously )

P.S.: Jacksparrow, did you ever meet Gussie Fink-Nottle ??

I not acquainted with any of the Fink-Nottles nor unfortunately am I a member of the Drones Club Bertie never saw fit to introduce me.

[Placido]

[Jacksparrow]

First sighting of a newt this spring today. They always appear when the young Tadders strike out on their own.

[Placido]

Right on time . Very good news.

[Jacksparrow]

The first confirmed Newt sightings of the year today in the chateau lake. Tadders beware

[Placido]

Why are they late this year?? Glad they're out and about anyway .

[Jacksparrow]

Why are they late this year?? Glad they're out and about anyway .

The pondwater has only recently reached a temperature which make them active. I have seen a reduction in numbers over the last few years so I expect they are becoming harder to spot when they do appear.

[Placido]

Ah, yes - fewer noots = fewer noots (Law of Diminishing Probabilities). Elementary, my dear thingie .