The Willow Emerald Damselfly (Chalcolestes viridis) has been establishing itself as a breeding species in south-east England since the turn of the 21st century. Over the last few years, I have been on the lookout for it on Pevensey Levels. Rather than travel to where it is known to occur, I have been keen to find it closer to home and on Friday 7th September my patience was rewarded when I spotted a single male holding territory. Two days later, whilst watching the same male, I saw a second individual holding a neighbouring territory.
Willow Emerald Damselfly (Chalcolestes viridis) (male)
Also seen on the levels during the past week.....
Blood-vein (Timandra comae)
European Corn Borer (Ostrinia nubilalis) (female)
The ghost-like shed skin of a Grass Snake (Natrix natrix)
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