[Wild-Woman]

I've been a member of WAB for 6 months now. In that time, I can honestly say that I have learnt a huge amount. Partly because wildlife of any sort is my passion, but mainly because of what I've picked up on this site, then going out and discovering and trying myself.
I knew nowt about photography-now although really very much, still a beginner, now I understand some of the terms used and have had a good go at using them.
I can id some of the trickier bird species-ie warblers.
I now know, not to jump to conclusions when id'ing insects. I always say'possibly' because there is always a sub-species etc that can trip you up. So I always listen to the experts.
I've been encouraged to join external groups- so I joined-the bat group, the local herpetological group, the BTO (already member of RSPB but volunteer for them now),and do surveys etc for other animal groups when poss.
I'm much more environmentally aware.
I've fallen for dragonflies and being wooed by fungi.
I can tell a fair portion of the native trees.
I've been reading up on most plants, especially orchids-encouraged by the site for sure.
I can pass this information on to the kids I work with.
I'm a better listener-the site has broadened my outlook on lots of topics.

Should I go on? No, I hear you say. I would like to ask you if you are the same though.
What have you learnt?

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