Wood White. Photo: Rod Jenkins

Wood White. Photo: Rod Jenkins

Rod reports:

Plenty of Wood Whites again today from the sea defences to the east of Lyme.  Please find attached a couple of representative photos.  On the mating pair it looks as if the female had not even finished pumping up her wings before attracting the attention of the male.

The Wood White is only found in this location in Dorset, and it is not common anywhere in the UK. It is being reported a bit earlier this year than last: the first record sent in was 27 April, while last year it was 8 May.