In addition to carrying out the butterfly transect (see previous post), Nikki Mahadevan recorded the following:
Moths: Shaded Broad-bar, Udea lutealis, Narrow-bordered 5-spot Burnet, Brown China-Mark, Yellow Shell.
Emerald, Azure and Blue-tailed damselflies, Brown and Southern Hawkers, Common Darter, a hoverfly – Eristalis nemorum.
Woodpigeon, Swallow, Whitethroat, Blackbird, Moorhen and at least 1 juvenile.
Water Vole.
Ogston Sightings
- Tuesday 13th May 2026
Most notable sightings: House Martin (c.10), Lapwing (7), Little Egret (1), Little Ringed Plover, Oystercatcher,…
- Monday 12th May 2026
Most notable sightings: Buzzard (3), Common Sandpiper (1), Cuckoo (1), Garden Warbler, Grey Wagtail, House…
- Sunday 11th May 2026
Most notable sightings: Hobby (1), Lapwing (7), Little Egret (1), Little Ringed Plover, Oystercatcher, Raven,…
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