The Common Blue is the most
widespread blue butterfly in Britain and Ireland and is found
in a variety of grassy habitats. The brightly coloured males
are conspicuous but females are more secretive. The colour of
the upperwings of females varies from almost completely brown
in southern England to predominantly blue in western Ireland
and Scotland, but the colour is variable within local
populations with some striking examples. Unlike Adonis and
Chalkhill Blues, the dark veins do not extend into white
fringes of wing margins.
Holly Hill
Woodland Park, owned by Fareham Borough Council was formerly
the gardens of Holly Hill Mansion, is spread over 70 acres of
woodland, and has over 5 acres of lakes. Situated on the banks
of the River Hamble, there are picturesque views across the
river valley. As you explore the park the scene alters from
amazing Victorian landscaped gardens with lakes, islands,
waterfalls, many exotic trees and flowers to an area of hazel
and alder coppice with large oak trees teeming with wildlife.
Holly Hill Park and the banks of
the River Hamble are very popular with locals, and you will
regularly see walkers, photographers and twitchers out and
about enjoying the scenery. |
