Comma and Marbled White Butterflies at Warnham Local Nature Reserve

Welcome to my wildlife photography journal! Summer is one of the best times to visit Warnham Local Nature Reserve, as the meadows come alive with butterflies, bees, and a wide variety of other insects. Every walk offers something different, and on 5th July 2026 I spent some time photographing two of the reserve's most beautiful butterfly species.

The first was the Comma, a fascinating butterfly whose distinctive ragged wing edges provide excellent camouflage when it settles amongst leaves or woodland vegetation. Although easily overlooked when its wings are closed, it reveals beautiful rich orange colouring when it opens them to bask in the sunshine. It's always an enjoyable species to photograph thanks to its unique appearance and character.

I was also pleased to spend time photographing the elegant Marbled White. With its striking black and white chequered wing pattern, it stands out amongst the summer grasses and wildflowers, making it one of Britain's most distinctive butterflies. Seeing these delicate insects moving from flower to flower is always a reminder of just how important our wildflower meadows are for supporting pollinators and other wildlife.

Warnham Local Nature Reserve continues to be one of my favourite places for wildlife photography. Whether I'm photographing birds, butterflies, dragonflies, or mammals, every visit offers new opportunities and unexpected encounters, making each trip into the reserve a rewarding experience.

Thanks for reading! I hope you enjoyed this glimpse into another summer visit to Warnham Local Nature Reserve. Be sure to explore my other wildlife photography posts to discover more species and seasonal highlights from one of West Sussex's finest nature reserves.