What lovely weather this past weekend has been, it feels more like July than mid autumn. With the warmer conditions the last of the Butterflies have been out in force catching the last pollen filled flowers. One such plant attracting many species is the humble Ivy. A late flowering plant, insects are now flooding to its energy rich bounty. Red Admiral, Comma and Speckled wood butterflies were out today (sun 10th).
I’ve also been hearing, and occasionally seeing Jays on the farm. With many trees going to seed (or nut) there is plenty of choice. Acorns seem to be on the menu at present and it’s always a pleasure to get good views of one of our more secretive native birds. Join us on the Saturday nature walk at 2 o’clock and you to can enjoy the sights and sounds that surround us all.
Gareth Williams.