These were a regular fixture at Middleton model boat pond for most of the 'noughties' but have been hard to find in recent years until today. Janet texted me about the swan family having moved to the model boat pond and I suggested (as a long shot) to check for any red- darters - the response was very rapid!
Outfalls/Red Nab (thanks to Pete)
Med Gull: 5 x Ad, 3 x 2CY, 3 x 3CY
Butterfly census
Still rather low numbers with a few Small Skipper seen, a decent influx of Silver Y moths and a single second brood Small Tortoiseshell
Moths
First Rustic and Single Dotted Wave of the year
