Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Marsh violet


If we hadn't been caught in a heavy rain shower that forced us to shelter under a tree in Hamsterley forest yesterday morning, I probably wouldn't have noticed these delightful little marsh violets growing in a ditch.


















A closer look revealed several large patches of them, which is good news because they are the food plant of the caterpillar of the small pearl-bordered fritillary, a rare butterfly in County Durham.

 I'll be going back for another look at regular intervals, just in case the butterflies are around ...... unlikely, but you can never be sure .....
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  1. Ian DoyleMay 20, 2015 at 3:20 PM

    Nice find Phil.

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    1. PhilMay 24, 2015 at 3:17 PM

      Thanks Ian! Very attractive little flower

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  2. Amanda PetersMay 20, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Now I have seen it here I will have to look out for some, so thanks.
    Amanda xx

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  3. Miss KateMay 21, 2015 at 4:53 AM

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    1. PhilMay 24, 2015 at 3:19 PM

      I don't suppose you don't see a lot of ....... in the newspaper business?

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