Here is a little something for all you budding gardeners.
If you are in any doubt as to what a bug, bird or other creature you are looking at then take a look at this site for assistance.
I found it a good resource for finding out what is crawling round in my patch and how to get on with them. No pesticides for me.
http://www.uksafari.com/beefly.htm
Good luck with a new venture which can work alongside the weeding and planting too. :) :) :)