Welcome
If you live in the region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the North Wales Branch.
You can submit any moth and butterfly sightings by downloading the free iRecord app to your smartphone. Records that come in via this app can be viewed online at iRecord and are forwarded to the North Wales County Recorder. If you have any doubts or queries regarding this advice, please feel free to contact the recording team at @email
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To find out more about what species are recorded in North Wales go to North Wales Lepidoptera.
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North Wales Moth Group - this meets at 7.30pm on the first Monday of every month at Pensychnant, Sychnant Pass, Conwy, LL32 8BJ. We usually have moths to see from the night before - even in Winter! All are welcome to join us to discuss not only moths but any aspect of natural history - including butterflies! Contact Julian Thompson on 01492 592595 who will confirm the meeting is on and give directions to where we meet.
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Facebook - our Facebook group 'Butterfly Conservation North Wales Forum' is a group for people interested in the butterflies and moths of North Wales, so you can talk about what you have seen, post your pictures and get help and identification advice from other members.
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Not a member - help butterflies and moths by joining here.
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Wild Spaces - a Wild Space is simply an area improved to help moths and butterflies thrive. We'd love you to register yours - find out more about wild spaces here.
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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.
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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.
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North Wales Branch Committee
- Ian Gorton
- Jan Miller
- Julian Thompson
- Kim Burgoyne
- Sue Hughes
- Vic Hitchings
- Wyn Hughes
- Anna Griffiths
- Jonni Price
- Paul Thompson