I couldn't resist the opportunity to possibly see a Long-tailed Blue, which would be a first for me, so I set off reasonably early to Whitehawk Hill near Brighton Racecourse. When I arrived at ca. 9.00 a.m. there was already one other keen observer there and together we found a fresh looking LTB. Numbers (of people) slowly increased and in the main area of interest near the patch of Broad-leaved Everlasting Pea there were several sightings of slightly worn male LTBs and a very attractive fresh female. At around midday I wandered back to where I had first started and was lucky enough to come across a mating pair which three of us watched for some time and managed to get some great shots. A truly special morning in fine weather on the Sussex Downs.
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |
 |
| pairing Long-tailed Blues |