The first documented observation of Eublemma purpurina in the Netherlands was in 2015. Since then, the species has been reported from different locations all over the country every year.
An absolutely lovely spider, and a treat to find strolling across the moss on the heath at The Lodge. Found across the UK, but a fairly uncommon species.
On a windy day.
8:12 AM: Pics 1, 2.
8:53 AM: Pics 3, 4.
9:12 AM: Pic 1.
9:44 AM: Pics 2, 3.
11:17 AM: Pic 4. The Magpie has just chased awax the last of the Collared Doves.
12:09 PM: Pic 5.
12:38 PM: Pic 6.