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  • Moths threatened by climate change could be saved by better water management

    22 Mar 2023

    New research from wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation and Northumbria University has shown that moths adapted to cooler conditions are being lost from parts of Britain as a result of climate change. 
     

    Grey Ci, a small, furry moth. It has cream and dark brown colouring and sits with its wings closed on a twig.
  • Did you spot the moth that looks like a Hummingbird in your garden?

    13 Mar 2023

    A beautiful and unusual moth that looks like a Hummingbird in flight appears to have had a bumper year in 2022, with an estimated ten-fold increase in sightings reported across the UK.

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  • Free Wills Month

    02 Mar 2023

    This March, Butterfly Conservation is offering free and discounted will writing services to make it easier for people to support the butterflies and moths they value and the ensure everyone, whatever their circumstance, has the chance to shape the future for the next generation to enjoy.

    Brimstone Butterfly
  • Species to spot in March

    02 Mar 2023

    March 3rd is World Wildlife Day and to mark the occasion we've put together some information about the butterfly and moth species you might see if you venture out this weekend.

    Small Tortoiseshell on Fox and Cubs. Walter Baxter CC BY 2.0
  • Call for volunteers to create a Wild Space for butterflies and moths in Stirling

    09 Feb 2023

    Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is seeking nature-loving volunteers for a brand-new project called Wild Spaces which will transform urban spaces in Stirling into green havens.
     

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  • Call for volunteers to create a Wild Space for butterflies and moths in Perth

    09 Feb 2023

    Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is seeking nature-loving volunteers for a brand-new project called Wild Spaces which will transform urban spaces in Perth into green havens.
     

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  • The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 Report - Scotland

    03 Feb 2023

    In Scotland, butterfly species that require specialist habitats have greatly declined, but the figures show increases too, as many countryside-wide species have increased in Scotland. While this bucks the trend elsewhere in the UK, it’s a clear indicator of climate change.

    Pearl-bordered Fritillary, Ramshorn Down, 5.5.22 (Dave Holloway)
  • 80% of UK butterflies have decreased: scientists warn time is running out

    03 Feb 2023

    The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 report, released today by Butterfly Conservation, has revealed the alarming news that 80% of butterflies in the UK have declined since the 1970s.

    The State of UK's Butterflies 2022 Report
  • The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 Report - England

    03 Feb 2023

    Of the four UK countries, England’s butterflies have fared the worst, particularly those species that rely on specific habitat to thrive.

    Large Blue. Photo by Neil Hulme
  • The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 Report - Wales

    03 Feb 2023

    Overall, 71% of butterflies in Wales have declined in abundance, distribution, or both, with those species that require specific habitats in order to thrive the worst affected.

    High Brown Fritillary - Iain H Leach
  • The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 Report - Northern Ireland

    03 Feb 2023

    Overall, 71% of butterflies in Wales have declined in abundance, distribution, or both, with those species that require specific habitats in order to thrive the worst affected.

    Wall butterfly
  • Congratulations to Butterfly Conservation award winners!

    25 Nov 2022

    Butterfly Conservation is thrilled to be celebrating two wins at the RSPB Scotland’s Nature Awards 2022.
     

    Team stands holding up certificate
  • Rishi Sunak urged to lead an “Urgent Conversation” at COP15 and push for global deal to save nature

    25 Nov 2022

    Join us in signing the petition addressed to Rishi Sunak, asking him
    to take the lead at the COP15 summit on biodiversity and fight for a global deal to halt and
    reverse nature loss across the world by 2030.
     

    1B White-letter Hairstreak John Furse
  • Volunteer for the Dataset's Dream

    25 Nov 2022

    The Dataset’s Dream is a temporary art installation created by two artists, award-winning writer Thomas Sharp and the visual artist Bryony Benge-Abbott, who produced  last month’s film with Big City Butterflies called The Colour of Transformation. 

    Blue-lit green house in a forest.
  • POSTPONED - Walk for Wildlife

    16 Nov 2022

    We are sorry to have to announce that, due to difficulties with transport, the Walk for Wildlife planned for London on 27th November has been postponed until spring 2023.

    Image of a badger and text Save the Date 27th November 2022
  • Habitat configuration as well as quantity determine range shift rates for moths

    04 Nov 2022

    Many moth species have increased in distribution by shifting their ranges in response to climate change, predominantly due to habitat availability which is limiting their ability for range expansion.

    Black Arches moth on a stick
  • The Importance of Legislation and the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill

    25 Oct 2022

    On Tuesday the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill starts its progress through the Houses of Parliament. The main purpose of the bill is to end all remaining laws that came from the EU on 31st December 2023.

    Large Heath butterfly - a specialist species found on Scotland's peatlands – photo by Iain H Leach
  • Government has made no appreciable progress on its policy to protect 30% of the land and sea for nature by 2030

    19 Oct 2022

    In its first annual 30x30 progress report, Wildlife and Countryside Link is calling on the Prime Minister to send a clear international message that the UK will be a global leader in implementing 30x30. The 30x30 target is expected to be a key commitment in global nature talks at COP15 in Montreal in December.

    33B Green Hairstreak
  • Using long-term monitoring data to inform conservation policy

    18 Oct 2022

    Habitat loss is one of the biggest drivers of biodiversity loss. A lower amount of habitat, and greater isolation between habitat patches reduces the ability of species to move between habitat patches across the landscape. Measuring connectivity is crucial for informing conservation planning and developing effective policies.

    Chalk Hill Blue Survey Warham Camp
  • Jamie Wildman talks about his research into the reintroduction of the Chequered Skipper to England

    18 Oct 2022

    PhD Candidate at the University of Northampton, Jamie Wildman, has recently submitted his thesis on the Chequered Skipper. In this interview Jamie explores the importance of his research, and his journey into conservation.

    Jamie Wildman with clipboard
  • New study reveals complex patterns of change among Britain's moths

    18 Oct 2022

    A study led by Butterfly Conservation scientists, in collaboration with Rothamsted Research, has revealed complex patterns of winners and losers among Britain's larger moths.

    Bilberry Pug
  • Red Listing British Butterflies

    18 Oct 2022

    Dr Richard Fox, Head of Science at Butterfly Conservation, explains the science behind the Red List of British Butterflies.

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  • Results of this year's Big Butterfly Count revealed

    07 Oct 2022

    Gatekeeper takes top spot and it's good news for the blues, with increases for Common Blue and Holly Blue, but the general decline continues though, with fewer butterflies spotted overall.

    Butterfly Conservation's Big Butterfly Count logo
  • Did you see a Tiger in London this summer?

    07 Oct 2022

    If you spotted a Jersey Tiger moth in London this summer you weren’t alone – more than 1,000 were recorded in the Greater London area during this year’s Big Butterfly Count.

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  • Open letter to the Prime Minister

    03 Oct 2022

    Butterfly Conservation has joined 78 other organisations in an open letter to the Prime Minister.

    34M Red-tipped Clearwing John Furse
  • Butterfly Conservation's reaction to recent Government Proposals

    26 Sep 2022

    The importance of maintaining environmental protections. 

    Flowers in a summer meadow
  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

    08 Sep 2022

    We are incredibly saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

    Queen - Monarch (Featured Image)
  • Appointment of new Prime Minister

    05 Sep 2022

    We congratulate Liz Truss on her election to UK Prime Minister. Butterfly Conservation looks forward to working with the new Government to tackle the urgent need for nature recovery both in the United Kingdom and globally at the upcoming UN Biodiversity Conference in December.

  • Patterns of winners and losers among Britain’s moths

    24 Aug 2022

    A new study led by Butterfly Conservation scientists, in collaboration with Rothamsted Research, has revealed complex patterns of change among Britain’s larger moths.

    Clouded Buff - Iain H Leach
  • Meet the 2022 Great North Run Team

    18 Aug 2022

    All our runners have been training hard for the big challenge, the Great North Run is a tough race but with the support of everyone in the Butterfly Conservation family we know that they will all fulfil lifetime ambitions and be able to say “They did it and achieved what they didn’t think was possible”.

    Newcastle Upon Tyne

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