Ashdown Forest and Park Corner Heath 30/5/2010

Day started on Ashdown Forest where a family of Dartford Warblers performed well. So good to see these birds after what has been a dreadful winter for them. Also in the same area were 3 Redstarts, 2 Tree Pipits, 2 families of Stonechats and a Woodlark was singing.

At Park Corner Heaths the Moth highlights were 5+ Great Prominents, Swallow Prominent, Buff Tip, Cream Spot Tigers and a Poplar Hawk. Only a single Small Pearl Bordered Fritillary was seen. Birds noted included a flyover Hobby and a pair of Garden Warblers.

Dartford Warbler and Tree Pipit on Ashdown Forest.