Explore the diverse flora and fauna on the Downs from season to season through personal observations and photographs

Tuesday, 5 May 2026

Spindle Ermine moth larvae

A bit more sunshine today, so the butterflies are back, but not many. Just a handful of Brimstone, Speckled Wood, and Holly Blue, and one each of Green Hairstreak, Painted Lady, and Dingy Skipper (Erynnis tages). Like yesterday, it was leaf searching that provided most of my photo opportunities from a variety of different plants. […]