silver washed fritillary

this is the silver washed fritillary, found in old woods especially in the south. It is distinguished from other fritillaries by the silver streaks or wash on the underside of the wings (rather than spots). It is a powerful and agile flier. It looks very similar to high brown fritillary, which likes sunny glades.

centaury

common centaury and self heal growing on the very arid and acid soil of a woodland path.

yellow corydalis

growing in abundance on the walls in Launceston although I haven't seen it anywhere else locally. Not a native plant but naturalised on walls. A close relative of the fumitories, poppies and cabbages. Corydalis seemingly refers to the crested lark.

Launceston

view from the car park showing two churches and the keep. And, most importantly the golf club in the far distance.

six tomorrow

Spot's best friend, Meg Anna H, who is six tomorrow. Happy birthday from the six der's

gatekeeper

this pretty little butterfly is a hedge brown or gatekeeper. As a rule they are attracted to bramble blossoms. The sun has brought out butterflies in great numbers.