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2 unusual facts about Folkestone Downs


Folkestone Downs

Several rare species of moth have been recorded including the Straw Belle (Aspitates gilvaria) and the Annulet Moth (Charissa obscurata).

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Up to 32 species of butterfly have been recorded on the downs including the Adonis Blue (Lysandra bellargus), Chalkhill Blue (Polyommatus coridon) and Small Blue (Cupido minimus).


Cheriton, Kent

Cheriton sits on a level shelf halfway up the escarpment of Folkestone Downs, between Cheriton Hill on the landward side and Sandgate Hill going down to the sea.


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