Hipparchia semele

Our first Grayling of the year (above left) was seen during our eventful trip to Kynance Cove on The Lizard (see Cornwall Moths post). Typically it was sitting with wings closed on the ground, cryptically blending in with its surroundings … Read More

Common name: Grayling Latin name: Hipparchia semele Family: Browns (Satyridae >> Satyrinae) Flies: July into September This photo Date: 29 July Location: Braunton Burrows, Devon Other photos Gallery: British Butterflies Related images: