08-05-2026
Brimstone (12)
Large White (3)
Green-veined White (3)
Orange-tip (3)
Small Copper (1)
Brown Argus (1)
Holly Blue (4)
Painted Lady (6)
Peacock (6)
Comma (1)
Pearl-bordered Fritillary (24)
Speckled Wood (15)
14.00-16.00. Strolled around the south-west areas, during the best part of the day. PLs either egg-laying on thistles, or flying strongly in a northerly direction. PBFs seen in various locations: Barnridge enclosure+surrounding clearing - 17. Hawksgrove - 4. Upper Highwood - 2. Lower Highwood - 1.
Simon Crampin