Peter Jones, "Hampshire Diary"
• Saturday, June 6, 2009 - No Glanville at Hurst
Finally made it out to Hurst Castle this morning, and despite a tiring walk from the Cut Bridge, and a thorough search, couldn't pick up any Glanville Fritillarys. Weather was windy, which is the only reason I guess for them not showing. Did see a few other Butterfly species: Common Blue, Small Heath, Large White and Painted Lady. Also saw a few Cream Spot Tiger Moths which were quite cool, and a Cinnabar.
This was a big dip as I only manage one trip to Hurst a year if I am lucky! Also, the Hurst Castle Fritillarys could be on borrowed time as their food plant is getting scarce. Apart from Hurst, the only UK Glanvilles are on the Isle of Wight! We'll wait and see what next year brings.
Sea-watching prior to the butterfly hunt was also a bit tame, though I did manage 2 Fulmars, 1 Peregrine, 4 Common Scoters, and Little/Sandwich and Common Terns. A decent number of Gannets near the needles was impressive. A quick count got at least 70.
A Raven was hanging around near the Castle amongst Carrion Crows.. difference in size is truly amazing. |
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