The seed heads of the giant thistle, Cynara cardunculus, also known as the Cardoon.
The attractive and architectural seed heads of the giant thistle are attractive to wildlife including birds throughout winter.
Size: 3936px × 2624px
Location: Buckinghamshire, UK
Photo credit: © Barrie Sheerman / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No
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