Summary:
The tall tor grass that bolted during the wet early part of the summer is now desiccated and tinder-dry. The orchids have all gone over. But the butterflies are prospering in this heat wave - particularly the “browns”.
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Written by Philip Townsend, Volunteer Warden at Aston Clinton Ragpits
I monitor and help manage this remarkable nature reserve, well known for spectacular spring orchids.