Dappled shade, enchanting breeze and views of the sea.
Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Wall Lizards, Eastbourne Seafront
Another warm and sunny day, with it being 24'C by 9am. This meant I was concerned that the Wall Lizard colony would already be up and literally running before our arrival. Fortunately, the need to bask was still a factor and we saw 3 individuals.
Poppies, Hill Road
Each morning, we are greeted with more and more Poppies in full bloom. The local Bumblebees are delighted. As the day progresses, petals fall and the number of flowers decreases, ready for next morning's renewal.
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Norfolk Hawker!, Willingdon Hill
An unexpected species in an unexpected place. I had heard that they could be seen at West Rise Marsh. What a beauty!
Painted Ladies, Willingdon Hill
More Painted Ladies around since the influx year of 2019 Painted Ladies in Pembroke. There were at least 50 along the newly cleared rides to the north of the hill. They were bombing around in the strong evening sun and feeding on Bramble flowers.
Blue Tits, Hill Road
If possible, activity in this nest has increased. There was some peeking from the chicks.
Greater Spotted Woodpecker, Jevington Plantation
A great deal of GS Woodpecker activity in the wood, with chicks calling from two nests and lots of very vocal adults.
Snail Leech, Hill Road
One of 3 leeches in the bottom pond. No idea how they got there. Indicators of a healthy pond apparently!
Monday, 25 May 2026
Ox-eye Daisies, Heathy Brow
The heatwave gripped another day. After a day in the shade, the breeze on the downs was delightful. The grazing regime at Heathy Brow has produced some wonderful drifts of flowers.
Odonata, Hill Road
The pond is attracting more attention from Damselflies and Dragonflies. There are swarms of Large Red Damselflies perched on the vegetation around the pond and several pairs laying eggs into the water.
A territorial Large Red male kept chasing this blue away.
Blue Tit Nest, Hill Road
The very noisy and busy nest box continues to dominate the top of the back garden. There seems to be enough caterpillars to keep the parents busy and the chicks fed.
The Lookout, Birling Gap
An early walk to beat the heat, meant the local birds were very easy to see.
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