Graced with His presence (Southwater Woods - Part II)

On the Southwater Safari led by Neil Hulme today, a total of 14 species seen and for me 5 new species for the year, 4 lifetime (bold denote new species for year; underlined lifetime). In no particular order: Purple Emperor (3), Purple Hairstreak (2 very brief), White Admiral (3-4), Comma (1), Ringlet (2), Meadow Brown (many!), Holly Blue (1), Green-veined White (4-5), Silver Washed Fritillary, Marbled White, Large Skipper (4), Speckled Wood. Also seen by the group but not me, 1 Red Admiral and 1 Small Tortoiseshell. Thanks Neil for yet another fantastic trip and for imparting your knowledge. After a very brief glimpse of an individual Purple Emperor, flying powerfully through the canopy, we were lucky enough to see 2 males jostling for territory over the car park. I hope one day to see this fine butterfly resting but a fleeting glimpse will keep me satisfied until then.

Few photos taken today but quite pleased with this one of a male Large Skipper Ochlodes venatus.