Trip to Arne this morning. Very blustery morning with patches of cloud coming across. But saw a Barn Owl first thing (perched on the Middlebere Hide) and a distant Osprey.
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For the last couple of weeks, bat droppings have appeared in our porch. Wasn't sure where they were coming from as no obvious roost hole. So tonight I waited to see what was happening - about 2 hours after sunset a bat did a few circuits then perched on the wall. He then climbed up into the corner where he spent the next few hours.
ID not obvious to me. Serotine Bat possibly.
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A good year for Painted Lady butterflies this year apparently. Counted at least 6 on our Buddleia this afternoon.
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Another attempt at Purple Emperor photos in Bentley Wood. I managed to find 4 this morning - first time I've ever been that successful by myself. First time I've seen one in the car park which is where people often claim to see them. Also, a Silver Wash Fritillary (I think).
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