KENT ORCHIDS
A tour of East Kent produced a number of species of orchids. Some examples are shown here. Others seen were Spotted Orchid, Southern Marsh Orchid, Lizard Orchid, Broad-leaved Helleborine, White Helleborine, Marsh Helleborine, and Twayblade. Most of these were not yet in flower. Flowering period has been delayed by two to three weeks due to the cold spring, particularly the plants on the coast.
However we had a great day out. The highlight being a magnificent display of Lady Orchids in all variety of colours.
Butterflies seen on the day included Duke of Burgundy Fritillary, Green Hairstreak, Dingy Skipper, Orange tip, Brimstone, Large and Small White
Greater Butterfly Orchid
Lady Orchid
Lady Orchid
Man Orchid
Birds Nest Orchid
Monkey Orchid
Green-veined Orchid
Early Spider
Early Purple
Fly Orchid
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