A couple of moths 22 August 2012 by David Two moths caught asleep in the daytime. This one was in short grass on a seaside hill. This one, with cryptic camouflage, was in a privet hedge.
Small beetle clinging on to an umbellifer. 22 August 2012 by David This slemder beetle seems to prefer the flowers of umbellifers, or perhaps that is where I spot them because of the colour contrast.
Jackdaws on the lookout 21 August 2012 by David The light has emphasised the darker colour of the facial feathers of these jackdaws.
Exeter mayfly in July 21 August 2012 by David Mayflies can be seen all summer, despite the name. This one was resting on a railing by the river Exe.
Lichen on a sea cliff 21 August 2012 by David Lichens and mosses growing on a rock-face pointing directly out to sea.
Painted lady, Lee Downs 20 August 2012 by David A painted lady butterfly which rested obligingly by the side of the South-West Coastal Path.