Stag's Horn Fungus

Stag's horn fungus (Xylaria hypoxylon) growing on a moss-covered piece of wood. [Note added 2011-01-20: This is also known as candlesnuff fungus.]

Photos taken in Whiteknights Park, Reading University grounds, Reading, UK, on 2010-01-30.

Orange Lauxaniid Fly

An orange Lauxaniid fly, probably Minettia inusta (Diptera: Lauxaniidae), judging by the pattern of dark patches on the wings.

Photos taken in Whiteknights Park, Reading University grounds, Reading, UK, on 2009-06-02.