The task of writing on this site appeared too daunting,
but then I considered a way of saving myself the bother.
I would ask my friends to do the work, each to write
on a specialist subject, and that makes it a unique
website anywhere, and certainly in the UK. Many of
these writers are experts in their subject, some the
best in Britain or the world, whilst others are mere
enthusiasts.
The design of this website is hopefully, unique in
its scope, artistic and pleasing to the eye, a huge
website but extremely simple, fast and informative.
When we look closely at nature, or indeed human nature,
we see it is in reality brutal, cruel, red in tooth
and claw, merciless, obeying Darwin's laws, with few
signs of altruism - - but it is also beautiful. We
see the savage side of our world nightly on 'The News',
so I mainly strive to show the wonders of nature,
the colours, the awe. I also try to show the better
side of people, with portraitures or those on their
happiest day.
The use, or non-use of capitals for species throughout
the site is left to the writers - see www.natureandpictures.co.uk/goosander.htm
The 3 conditions for accepting a wildlife submission
were:
1) The articles were written exclusively for this
site and nowhere else, otherwise it might as well
be reference to a publication or a simple hyperlink.
2) The wildlife articles were all from my friends.
More than encouraging newcomers, more than showing
various organisations to join, this has saved me from
having to work.
3) The submissions had to be short, especially where
there was a suitable hyperlink, and where possible,
pleasing to the eye. For example, there is little
point in over-extolling the unique virtues of the
Clanfield Observatory or the Chichester Planetarium,
they have their own excellent websites, but simply
let people know they are there and give a personal
perspective.
This site will only be modified a few times a year,
for each season, it is not a diary. If anyone wishes
to submit an article, then they will be welcomed and
appraised. Do not feel troubled if you are unsure
of your writing abilities, with your permission articles
can be edited, or thrown in the bin.
Please feel free to contact me, especially regarding
anything. If you spot errors, let me know, upset me
if you must, but if you know of a good photographic
opportunity, you might even get a reply.
If you want an organisation mentioned, or a commendable
charity to do with the natural world, then it can
only be considered, but I should warn you, I am wide
open to bribes.
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