- Chairman:
Douglas Goddard / 01604 408 670 - Branch Liaison:
David Chandler / Tel: 01923 253 793 - Branch Secretary
Kirsty Philpot / Tel. 07859 042 525 - Moths Officer
Andy Banthorpe
Welcome
The Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire branch is one of the regional branches of Butterfly Conservation in the UK.
We raise awareness about the threats to our butterflies, moths and their habitats and provide advice and practical help on how to protect them in this region.
If you live in the region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire branch.
Species to look out for
Send us your sightings
Report your Northants butterfly sightings
Let us know what butterflies you have seen in Northamptonshire.
Report your Northants moth sightings
Send us your Northamptonshire moth sightings.
Report your Bedfordshire butterfly sightings
Spotted a butterfly in Bedfordshire? Let us know.
Report your Bedfordshire moth sightings
Send us your Bedfordshire moth records.
Get involved
Newsletters
Stay up to date on all our latest news.
Visit our Youtube channel
View video footage of butterflies and moths on our YouTube channel.
Join our Flickr group
Submit your photographs of butterflies and moths on our Flickr group.
News
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Butterflies find safe haven in UK gardens, new research reveals
New research published by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) reveals how the UK's gardens are acting as a safe haven for butterflies.
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Europe's grassland butterflies in steep decline
A new report on the trends of grassland butterflies across Europe has shown numbers have declined by 36% over the last decade.
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Coul Links - again!
If you have been following the saga of Coul Links in East Sutherland you will know that the original proposal for a golf course was turned down by the Scottish Government. In July last year another application was submitted. Here's an update on our objection.
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More evidence of the harm pesticides are having on our natural environment
A new study, published today by the science journal PNAS, has found that increased use of pesticides and fertiliser is driving bird population declines across the UK and Europe.
Events
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Field trip at Salcey Forest on Wednesday 7th June 2023
Wednesday 7th June 2023, 10:00am-12:30pm
Salcey Forest, Northamptonshire
The Butterflies of Salcey Forest : target species - Wood Whites and other spring species
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Skipper Guided Walks at Fineshade Wood May-June 2023
Wednesday 17th May to Sunday 11th June 2023, 10:30am-12:30pm
Skipper Guided Walks at Fineshade Wood Wednesday 17th May to Sunday 11th June 2023, 10:30am-12:30pm
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An Introduction to Day-flying moths
Friday 2nd June 2023, 11:00am-2:00pm
Join Butterfly Conservation for an introduction to the world of day-flying moths.
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.