Last night Ed set the moth trap, and this morning we had two stunning Hawk-moths, among many other moths.
The Eyed Hawk-moth has 'eyes' on the hindwing which it shows when disturbed, which this isn't.
This Poplar Hawk-moth was feeling disturbed and shows the red on the hindwing and is vibrating the forewings to raise body temperature, which blurs the shot. Follow the links for more information and photos.
Meanwhile there are many emerging Four-spotted Chaser dragonflies at the dragonfly ponds, and two Black Terns visible from Saltholme Pools hide this afternoon.
Peter