BUTTERFLIES

Post by **Jacksparrow** » Mon Mar 31, 2025 7:49 pm

I had my first Holly Blue of the year today.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Mon Mar 31, 2025 8:22 pm

That is a good one to see JS, well spotted.

Post by **Jacksparrow** » Wed Apr 02, 2025 9:52 pm

Had a very tatty Peacock enjoying the sun today.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Wed Apr 02, 2025 10:42 pm

Nice one JS.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Sun Apr 06, 2025 12:18 pm

A painted lady in good condition on a dandelion flower this morning.

Post by **Jacksparrow** » Sun Apr 06, 2025 7:23 pm

Willpar wrote: ↑
Sun Apr 06, 2025 12:18 pm
A painted lady in good condition on a dandelion flower this morning.

That is a surprise. It is usually June before the migrants reach us from mainland Europe.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Sun Apr 06, 2025 8:32 pm

That is my second one of the year. The first being January 14th.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Mon Apr 07, 2025 5:41 pm

Did not see many butterflies on my walk this morning. But did see a small white.

Post by **Jacksparrow** » Mon Apr 07, 2025 7:29 pm

Another Peacock and a couple of Orange Tips today. There was also another Holly Blue fluttering around the ivy.

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Mon Apr 07, 2025 8:12 pm

You seem to be doing well JS. not seen any orange tips or holly blue yet.

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