Welcome
Welcome to the Northern Ireland Branch of Butterfly Conservation, which was first formed in 1988 and currently has more than 300 members.
If you live in the region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the Northern Ireland branch.
Northern Ireland is home to around 1000 species of moth and 25 species of butterfly, with almost half of these being priority species.
One of these, the Cryptic Wood White (thought to be Real's Wood White until recent research proved it to be a new species entirely) is only found in Northern Ireland. Craigavon Lakes Local Nature Reserve in County Armagh is the very best place to visit to see this butterfly on the wing during May and June.
Species to look out for
Get involved
Volunteering
Volunteers are hugely important to Butterfly Conservation. Getting involved with surveying and monitoring butterfly and moth species in your garden or out in the wider landscape directly helps inform our work and projects.
Branch events
Butterfly Conservation Northern Ireland’s Branch run events throughout the year, mirroring the season that’s in it. From summer field trips, winter talks and lectures to practical conservation, the varied and interesting programme is worth investigating and everyone is welcome.
Do it yourself
There is an awful lot that you can do yourself, or with your friends and family for butterflies, moths and the environment. Starting at home, in your community or workplace makes your practice more sustainable in every sense and your projects are more likely to succeed too.
Find out more
News
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Reservoir site to become wildflower meadows with Butterfly Conservation's help
Charity donating seed from nature reserve created on farmland.
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Butterfly partnership sets out to save rare species in Wales
Landowners and volunteers work together to help beautiful Marsh Fritillary.
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Nature charities fight Scottish golf course plan - again
Internationally-important site to be discussed at public inquiry.
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Charities and firefighters launch education drive after fire destroys rare butterfly habitat
Fire service and police investigated vandalism at wildlife haven.
Events
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Cryptic Wood White Winter Work Party - Craigavon Lakes Part 2
Thursday 12th December 2024, 9:30am-1:00pm
Eastway, Craigavon BT66 6SA (parking on hard-shoulder)
Join us to manage habitat for the special Cryptic Wood White Butterfly!
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Marsh Fritillary Winter Work Party - Montiaghs Moss, Co. Armagh Part 2
Tuesday 14th January 2025, 10:00am-1:30pm
Come and make a difference for Marsh Fritillary Butterfly!
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Cryptic Wood White Winter Work Party - Craigavon Lakes Part 3
Saturday 18th January 2025, 9:30am-1:00pm
Eastway, Craigavon BT66 6SA (parking on hard-shoulder)
Join us to manage habitat for the special Cryptic Wood White Butterfly!
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
- Chair
Rosemary Mulholland - Branch Contact & Membership Secretary
Hannah Fullerton - Treasurer
Cliff Henry - General Enquiries
[email protected]
