The predominant fungi families were Boletes, Lactarias and Russulas. Highlights were Oakbug Milkcap, Brown Birch Bolete, the Blusher, Common Yellow Russula and Tawny Grisette which was seen at different stages of development. A Penny Bun was taken home by Dania. Numerous small Hoof fungi were seen growing on a dead standing tree.
125 plants were recorded including three different types of heather. Notable plants included Small Nettle, Water Pepper and Common Hemp Nettle. John potted a moth which he identified as a male Chevron moth and a bright green caterpillar that hitched a ride on Joan's trousers was found to be a Beautiful Yellow Underwing caterpillar. Unfortunately we did not find any adders but we did see several lizards.Given that the weather has been pretty poor of late, we were very fortunate to experience a bright day that grew increasingly warm.
The warm weather had brought out some dragonflies including black darter, southern hawker, migrant hawker and common hawker. Butterfly sightings included peacock, small tortoiseshell and brimstone. Very few birds were seen, the prize species being buzzard and willow tit. We were grateful to Michael for giving up his time to lead us today. Thanks also to Joan for organising the day and Stuart for driving.
Sue