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Peacock butterfly and Heather

Janey

By Janey


Peacock butterfly and Heather (Calluna vulgaris (Heather))

This is the first time I've seen a butterfly enjoying the nectar from heathers....usually the flowers have finished long before they emerge for the summer.



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amy
Amy
 

My heathers are flowering now to Janey , thats a good shot ...

25 Apr, 2013

 

Thanks Amy....these heathers are my winter ones, but at their best now.....they do make a lovely show don't they....:))

25 Apr, 2013

 

Beautiful ... lovely pic :o)

1 May, 2013



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