14 May
Foxglove first open at the hollow's edge, two days earlier than last year. Soil temp 9.4°C.
15 May
Bracken unfurl begun on the south-facing slope. Fronds 4cm, tight crosiers.
16 May
Brindlewing heard before dawn, 3.8–4.2kHz pulse. First of the season — see Foxglove ledger FX·0142.
17 May
Rain 12mm over six hours. Tideline ponded at the combe mouth; cleared by evening.