Farm, Pond and Woodland
Butterflies
In a series of surveys NORFOLK BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION have determined that Selbrigg pond is home to a variety of butterflies.
The most interesting records are of White Admiral (most probably strays from nearby woodland - whose caterpillars feed on honeysuckle) and Grayling (which appreciates bare sandy patches to bask on and feeds on various grasses). Both of these are UK BAP species. The other interesting sighting is of Green Hairstreak, which feeds on Gorse and Broom usually, although some use Dogwood.
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| Common Name | Species Name | Photo |
|---|---|---|
| White Admiral | Limenitis camilla |  |
| Grayling | Hipparchia semele |  |
| Green Hairstreak | Callophrys rubi |  |
| Essex Skipper | Thymelicus lineola |  |
| Large White | Pieris brassicae |  |
| Green veined white | Pieris napi |  |
| Meadow Brown | Maniola jurtina |  |
| Ringlet | Aphantopus hyperantus |  |
| Gatekeeper | Pyronia tithonus |  |
| Small White | Pieris rapae |  |
| Painted Lady | Vanessa cardui |  |
| Speckled Wood | Pararge aegeria |  |
A White Admiral butterfly like those found by the pond. Photo © UKbutterflies.co.uk
A Green Hairstreak butterfly perched on a leaf. Photo © UKbutterflies.co.uk