Lockdown wildlife revisited 30 brilliant pictures proving Portsmouth's nature came to life during the first ever Lockdown

Portsmouth’s wildlife really came out to play at the start of Lockdown two years ago.

Fewer cars and people have been good news for nature – and these pictures taken by our readers are proof.

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25. Cute cygnets

These cygnets were a welcome addition to Fiona's trip to Hilsea Lines. Photo: Fiona Burnett

Eagled-eyed Tony Hicks saw a common buzzard and a seagull in close proximity above his home. Photo: Tony Hicks

Denise spotted a cat and a fox who appear to have formed an unlikely, socially-distanced friendship during lockdown. Photo: Denise Earley

Scared of spiders? Look away now. These were on Mellissa's geranium. Photo: Mellissa Smith