I spent a lovely day catching up with friends at Windsor Great Park.
Before setting off I noticed a Common rustic (Mesapamea secalis) moth in the hallway. The caterpillars of his moth feed on grasses and cereal crops.
Upon arrival at the park there was a lovely sight of wildflowers on the banks leading to the entrance.
While walking around we spotted a swan (Cygnus olor), some Mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos), a crow (Corvus corone) as well as several wasps (Vespula vulgaris) obviously when we were eating our picnic. However before returning home I meandered round the plant shop. There were some Honey (Apis mellifera) and Bumble bees (Bombus) around the usual suspects like Lavender (Lavandula) and Catmint (Nepeta). However, eventually I saw a Mint (Pyrausta aurata) moth feeding on a Delosperma ‘Jewel of the Desert Grenade’ flower.
This is a day and night flying moth whose caterpillars eat plants such as Mints (Mentha) Catmint, Thyme (Thymus vulgaris).
and Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis).
Bee in the Moment 