05-05-18 Noar Hill
I decided to try somewhere new for my first Duke's of the year, and Noar Hill in Hampshire was the place. An interesting site, full of dips and depressions, a legacy of old chalk workings.
On my initial wander around I saw Orange-tip, GVW, Holly Blue and a nice Green Hairstreak.
A few like minded individuals had started to arrive and one of them spotted some Duke's on the wing, and a pairing.
After that the sightings seemed to come easier, although open wings were rare.
Cowslips, of which there were many, made nice little perches.
These Adela reaumurella moths seemed to be having a good time.
With exploring a new area and seeing the Duke of Burgundy's again, it's safe to say I did too.
Cheers