Walking down through the field system between Worth Matravers and the coast, we unexpectedly stumbled across the local population of Early spider orchids (Ophrys sphegodes). Most plants were very much over, or certainly past their best, but across the distinct colonies along the short expanse of the coast, we found several that were still in very good condition.
Early spider was an orchid "lifer" for A and I, and most definately made up for the disappointment of not seeing any individuals from the extant population of Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica).
However, cracking views of guillemot (Uria aalge), razorbill (Alca torda), Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) and an albeit briefest of Peregrine (Falco peregrinus) were also enjoyed. A whinchat (Saxicola rubetra), and singing Lesser whitethroat (Curruca curruca) also added keen interest.
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