A report of wildlife sightings from the western edge of Maidstone, Kent. I note anything of interest in the vicinity of my home in Barming and from walks into work at the East Malling Research Station along the edge of Barming Woods and down to Ditton. Occasionally, when time allows, I get out to Ditton Quarry, a rich habitat hemmed in by residential and industrial developments on one side, but with open countryside on the other.
Wednesday, 15 August 2012
Wednesday 15th August 2012
A new moth for the Research Station caused a mini-twitch. A Red-belted Clearwing was found by Ross on a apple tree (its host plant). An elusive and fascinating little critter.
Adam, I think I may have met you and had a chat with you at Oare on Tuesday. We discussed the Whinchat I had seen at Dans Dock. Have posted some shots on the KOS Gallery .
Nice one Adam, smart moth never seen one before.
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ReplyDeleteGreat shots of a weird little beastie.
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ReplyDeleteLooks like the area is good for Clearwings , after finding a Six-Belted specimen at Ditton Quarry with Mike .
Adam,
ReplyDeleteWhat a smart looking critter it is. what a great find for your patch. Nice one.
Adam, I think I may have met you and had a chat with you at Oare on Tuesday. We discussed the Whinchat I had seen at Dans Dock. Have posted some shots on the KOS Gallery .
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