Butterflies and Moths 183 



seven hours. The day was very fine, with a hot sun, 

 and a very slight breeze blowing from the West. In one 

 place I watched a Merlin catch two or three of the passing 

 butterflies. A few Emperor Moths and Oak Eggers were 

 also upon the wing ; but these, of course, are native to the 

 moors, while the Painted-ladies are not. 



