The paired seed of the Sycamore ripen in late summer. As they dry out the autumn winds break them free and each seed has its own helicopter blade

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The paired seed of the Sycamore ripen in late summer. As they dry out the autumn winds break them free and each seed has its own helicopter blade to aid dispersal

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