During winter the buds of the Horse-chestnut tree start to develop. The terminal bud in particular is most prominent. The buds are sticky to protect

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During winter the buds of the Horse-chestnut tree start to develop. The terminal bud in particular is most prominent. The buds are covered in a sticky coating that protects the developing leaves from insects.

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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