We had a great time in Norfolk and were amazed how much wildlife there was. Sadly there was also a lot that had been hit by vehicles on the roads, mainly deer. Monday was a washout but the rest of the week was mainly sunny and breezy.
Potter Heigham Church walk to Hickling Broad - this was a nice walk to do with the whole family with lots to see that kept our 4 yr old Granddaughter interested for a couple of hours. We saw our first Swallowtail flying over the reeds, too far for a photo. Then I found one nectaring on Red Campion not too far off the path. I leaned over and got a poor shot, but a record non the less.
After a picnic to keep the girls happy, we walked on. We saw another two Swallowtails flying over the reeds but not settling. There were 20 Red Admirals seen, mostly on Oak galls. I wondered if they somehow attracted Aphids and the Red Ads were feeding on Honeydew. Not much else seen, 1 Sp Wood, 2 Small Tort and 1 Small White. We heard a Cuckoo and saw several Marsh Harriers, Reed Buntings and Sedge Warblers. There were also a lot of people about. I was happy to have seen Swallowtails but hoped for a closer encounter the next day as we would be looking on our own.
Sarah
