Welcome
If you live in the region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the Suffolk Branch. We have our own website which can be accessed by clicking here containing the latest news, sightings and events.
Send your own butterfly sightings to @email.
Species to look out for
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Latest sightings
View the latest butterfly sightings in the Suffolk Branch region.
Conservation in Suffolk
View the conservation and recording work carried out by the Suffolk Branch.
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News
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Two thousand children to create wild spaces for butterflies and moths at school
Project will offer mental and physical health benefits for pupils and help vulnerable wildlife survive nature and climate crisis.
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Counting butterflies reduces anxiety – new study proves
Leading wildlife charity, Butterfly Conservation, has today revealed that counting butterflies reduces anxiety by almost 10%, in new scientific research published in collaboration with the University of Derby.
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Free Wills Month
By leaving a gift in your Will, you’ll ensure your legacy can contribute to a solution to the climate crisis, creating an environment that nurtures butterflies and moths for future generations to enjoy.
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Landmark discovery in Kent gives hope for rare moth population
Leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is celebrating the discovery of a new breeding group of rare White-spotted Sable moth near Canterbury.
Events
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Pakenham Water Mill Wildlife Day
Sunday 28th April 2024, 11:00am-4:00pm
Pakenham Water Mill, Mill Road, Pakenham, Bury St Edmunds IP31 2NB
Family event attended by Suffolk Butterfly Conservation and other Conservation groups in beautiful surroundings
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Dingy Skipper Count
Monday 13th to Sunday 26th May 2024, 10:00am-1:00pm
King’s Forest, Wordwell Grid reference: TL826738. Nearest post code IP28 6UR
Dingy Skipper Count
Dependant upon weather so exact date will be known nearer the time. -
Early Butterflies including Wall Brown
Wednesday 29th May 2024, 10:00am-1:00pm
Sudbourne and SWT Captain's Wood
Sudbourne and SWT Captain's Wood. A three hour walk for early butterflies and a search for 1st generation Wall Brown
Volunteer with us
Butterfly Conservation relies on the support of thousands of volunteers, and we are always looking for more help inside the office and out in the field. Whether you want to volunteer at a local branch, get outside and help manage our nature reserves, or help with one of our events, we have something for everyone to get involved in! Your time can make a real difference.
Branch information
In your area
Contact branch
- Chairman
Peter Maddison - Suffolk Butterfly Recorder
James Corton - Suffolk Moth Recorder
- Secretary
Julian Dowding - Treasurer
Kevin Ling