We had a lovely walk this morning from Cramond Brig to South Queensferry, passing through the lovely
Dalmeny Estate.
The lime trees (lindens) are in full bloom now, at this time of year they're definitely one of my favourite trees. Their flowers are beautiful and their lovely scent is everywhere.
The weather was perfect - sunny and warm with enough of a cooling breeze to stop it getting too hot. It was ideal weather for butterflies too and we saw lots of white butterflies, a few
meadow browns and
ringlets, a couple of
small tortoiseshells and three common blues. Crafty Green Boyfriend got this photo of a female common blue. For all that they're common, it's a long time since I remember seeing one.
The
Big Butterfly Count starts today and lasts until 11 August, so if you're out and about remember to record the butterflies you see and
take part!
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looks like a beautiful place in beautiful weather. :)
ReplyDeleteWe had been hoping to do the count today, but it was horrid weather ... windy and 'close' at the same time, with dark overcast skies. There were tiny showers, but no real rain to speak of. Having seen quite a few butterflies all week, I don't think I saw one today ... but I do plan to take part in the count (and our forecast shows a return of the sunshine). The Common Blue photo is beautiful ... along with the poppy and linden-lined meadow.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures. Saw you are active with Pintress so I came to check out your blog. Enjoyed what I saw.
ReplyDeleteLinden trees are one of my favourites. You can't beat their fragrance. Lovely photos.
ReplyDeleteLovely place for counting the butterflies. I hope you had a great day and count.
ReplyDeletebeuatiful place for a walk Juliet,xx Rachel
ReplyDeletecounting butterflies . . .
ReplyDeletethe long summer days
pass so swiftly
Nice butterfly shot! Our linden is done and dropping the little dried flower pieces everywhere!
ReplyDeleteGee the weather looks wonderful :) Enjoy your butterfly counting.
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