Little and Large

I came across these two curiosities at the edge of campus, on my usual lunchtime trawl for butterflies. I'm guessing they're ladybird larvae pupae, but have put them on iSpot for a more expert view. I did see a Red Admiral and a Small White, but they eluded the camera.

The best of the sunshine was in the morning, but I didn't make the most of it. I need to start re-learning my winter blipping rhythm of taking every opportunity presented by brief sunny spells.

I'm a couple of days away from blip #666. Any suggestions for a suitable ominous subject will be gratefully received.