AN IMAGE captured by a Stourport-based photographer has been selected to feature in a local wildlife charity’s upcoming calendar.
The photographer’s image will feature in Worcestershire Wildlife Trust’s 2026 calendar after coming out on top in the charity’s annual photo competition.
Lesley Betts snapped a blackcap bird whilst it was feeding on spindle berries in a sorbus tree. Her image will feature for the month of November within the calendar.
She said: “We are privileged to support a male and female blackcap during the winter months, attracted to our spindle berries and sorbus tree.
“I love how he is gazing at the delights that await him. Armed with camera and long lens, I was able to catch the intensity of his gaze.”
The popular annual competition aims to encourage people to take a closer look at the wonders of the county’s natural world.
Wendy Carter, organiser of the competition, said: “A big thanks to everyone who entered.
“It is always a pleasure to see the natural beauty of the county captured so well and the standard of images was truly exceptional.
“Congratulations to all winners and runners-up.”
Winners receive a copy of the charity’s fundraising calendar, which features a different winning image each month along with a selection from runners-up.
The calendars cost £8.
All proceeds directly benefit the trust’s work to protect Worcestershire’s wildlife and to create habitats on our nature reserves.
Visit worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/shop for more information.
