Welcome
- The latest edition of The Adonis and the 2020 Annual Butterfly Report have been added to the website
Please note that the Kent & SE London branch AGM & Members Day, for 2021 (was going to be on 23rd October), has been postphoned until Spring 2022, where we hope to be able to safely meet at the hall.
Kent is a large county with an impressive range of habitats. Ancient woodland, chalk grassland and miles of coastal parks are home to over forty species of butterflies and some of the rarest moths in the country. If you live in our region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the Kent & South East London branch.
Our committee and members are active throughout the year and hold regular field trips, work parties and meetings. We are always in need of new people to help with conservation, data recording and fund raising so do get in touch with any of us on the committee - you are guaranteed a warm welcome!
Species to look out for
Announcements
Please note that the Kent & SE London branch AGM & Members Day, for 2021 (was going to be on 23rd October), has been postphoned until Spring 2022, where we hope to be able to safely meet at the hall
Sightings and records
Moth sightings and recording
Visit the Kent Moth Group for the latest news and sightings.
Submit your butterfly sightings
iRecord is now our recommended recording platform for online recording\records. Please visit the iRecord website to register and to find out more information on how to register and use the system.
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Branch news
Keep up to date on our latest news and sign up to our newsletter.
Local Hotspots
Get insider information on our favourite local spots.
White Hill Reserve
The site is known locally as White Hill and is a great location to see many species.
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News
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Doing nothing for nature? Some ideas for alternatives to tidying the garden this winter...
We're asking people to help butterflies and moths by leaving leaf litter, keeping branches and letting plant stems go uncut in the garden this winter. So here are some ideas for alternatives to gardening this winter.
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What's in your leaf litter?
The leaves in your garden could be hiding a multitude of insects this winter.
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Top tips for helping butterflies and moths this winter
Our guide to helping butterflies and moths through the coldest months of the year.
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Fascinating facts about winter moths
Most insects in the UK take a break in the winter months. Unlike mammals and birds they can't easily heat themselves up, and their sources of food from plants dwindle. But a few hardy butterflies and moths can be seen during this time, with some moths only appearing as adults during the months when few other insects are on the wing.
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.
