Aug 2, 2025

July Wildlife Report

After the poor summer weather last year, it is a relief to see butterflies in large numbers around Sculpture by the Lakes this month. It will be interesting to hear the results of this year’s Big Butterfly Count which ends on 10^th August. The Brimstones have chosen the lychnis flowers in the kitchen garden as their favourite nectar source. Meanwhile, the Red Admirals have been seen in high numbers on the buddleia along the Butterfly Walk.

Other butterflies, such as the Painted Lady, have enjoyed the wildflowers.

Moths too, have been in abundance with another trap of over 50 species on the last Wednesday of the month.

Easter Wildlife Report

March 30, 2026 | Wildlife Reports

As holiday time approaches for many of us, it is time to re-engage with nature. It is a time of miraculous change; every day more leaves and flowers burst open. The Horse Chestnut bud is particularly fascinating to watch daily. It is what is called a predetermined...

Early Spring Wildlife Report

March 7, 2026 | Wildlife Reports

As February ends and March begins, the insect activity has suddenly exploded at Sculpture by the Lakes, particularly on the plum blossom and hellebores. Red Admirals, once considered a migratory butterfly species largely arriving in May, have clearly survived...

December Wildlife Report

December 17, 2025 | Wildlife Reports

The sound of Long-tailed Tits chattering as they flock together is a cue to look up, not only to watch them but to see what other birds are with them. Blue and Great Tits are perhaps the most likely at Sculpture by the Lakes but it is worth checking out the tree...