An after work stroll in Brookfield Plantation produced a few butterflies even if the forecast sunny spells were a bit briefer than I'd hoped for. The main ride next to the entrance was most productive as many of the other rides were in shade by the time that I arrived.
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| Large and Small Skippers |
Browns were far and away the commonest species with Ringlets in particular showing well, Meadow Browns and Marbled Whites were also present in reasonable numbers. Large Skippers also put in a good showing and they were joined by at least one Small Skipper. Other species on the wing were Red Admiral, Comma, Small Tortoiseshell and a Green-veined White. Not much else in the way of other wildlife was seen other than a first for the year Southern Hawker which sadly did not settle for any pics.
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| Small Tortoiseshell and Marbled White |
On my way home I popped in to check on the local Peregrines and was rewarded with a view of one. Passing through Willowbrook Industrial Estate added Small Heath to my day list and further views of Small Skippers.
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| Juvenile Long-tailed Tit and Peregrine |
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