And best wishes from me.

Kevin.

8 Red Admirals and a single Comma seen today on a ramble around the Gilwern Area.

Hi Ian,

I have the Sigma 150-500, which basically is the predecessor to your lense, used with a 7D Mk II. I have achieved excellent results with this setup even hand-held. Indeed I have sold images via Adobe Stock using this setup so it’s surprising to hear of your disappointment.

Kevin.

Thanks Guy.

Hi Guy. Apologies for the confusion - it's the correct pic just the wrong Subject line

It's the Skipper I'm interested in.

Cheers,

Kevin.

The following photo taken in the Parc du Mercantour at 1000m. ID help for the Pyrgus needed (no underside pic).
Thanks,

Kevin.

As an addendum (not wishing to steal David's thunder), it wasn't just great for butterflies. Also seen were Chamois, Gryphon Vultures, Red Squirrel, a Golden Eagle, moths and other insects, and a magnificent Snowfinch at the summit of the Col de Lombarde.
Kevin.

Thanks Guy. I was a bit thrown by the faint spotting on the rear wings.

Kevin.

The photo below was taken in the Parc du Mercantour at 1000m on July 1st. As usual assistance with ID is greatly appreciated.
Kevin

A vote of thanks is also due to the local gent who allowed several of us to invade his garden on July 2nd in pursuit of a Southern Comma!

Kevin.

Hi Chris,

Yes, Heath is a possibility. Personally I'm undecided.

Kevin.

I have this one down as a Meadow Frit (parthenoides) but would appreciate expert input. It was taken in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. No upper unfortunately.
Thanks,

Kevin.

July has seen a bit more activity in the back garden with Red Admiral, Comma, Holly Blue, Meadow Brown and Large/Small Whites all visiting including this mating pair:
Kevin

Thanks Guy, your confirmation is appreciated.

Kevin

Hi Chris,

That should prove a very interesting exercise!

Kevin.

Having just read Roger's EIG article on identification of Shepherd's and Mountain, I think my image is a Mountain Frit (napaea). A very useful article.

Kevin.

A great thread Mark. Love the White Peacock.

Kevin.

Thanks both Kev and Chris. I'll go with Rock Grayling for now.

Kevin.

The image below was taken in the French Alps (Parc du Mercantour) at approx. 1000m. Is it a Rock Grayling?
Thanks,

Kevin.

Hi David,

Unfortunately I don't have any upperside images