Welcome
The Lincolnshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation was formed in 1984 and has grown steadily since then to a current membership of over 500. Well over 100 people contribute regularly to the 'Sightings' page, with accounts, stories and photographs.
Did you know you can support the Lincolnshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation every time you purchase something online?
Check out this YouTube video to see how it works and then register here.
Lincolnshire BC will then receive a donation every time you buy online.
Thank you for your support!
Species to look out for
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Lincolnshire Branch history
Find out more about our Branch, what we do and why we do it.
Record your sightings
Do you go out walking regularly? We would love your help to keep track of the butterflies or moths you see in your area. We have everything you need to get started.
Latest sightings
Take a look at our first sightings, unusual sightings and indeed anything butterfly and moth related that might be of interest to others across the county.
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News
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2020 hailed as a 'good' year for butterflies
2020 hailed as a ‘good’ year for butterflies - but conservation scientists warn that our view of what is ‘good’ might be shifting
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Moth studies shedding light on global insect declines
Moths are the most taxonomically and ecologically diverse insect taxon for which considerable abundance and distribution data exist in various parts of the world. A new paper sheds light on global insect declines.
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State of Britain’s Larger Moths 2021
Britain’s moths provide a rare opportunity to assess trends for a species-rich insect group.
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NEW PAPER: ‘The decline of butterflies in Europe: problems, significance, and possible solutions'
Butterfly Conservation's (BC) Chief Scientist Dr Nigel Bourn highlights some significant publications in which BC scientists are involved in.
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
- Chairperson
Rachel Scopes: 07786650875 - Treasurer
John Davison: 01724-338108
- Branch Secretary
Lesley Robinson: 01724-845018