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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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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  • 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
  • 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
  • Good News for Rare Butterfly on Dartmoor

    17 Aug 2022

    One of the UK’s rarest butterflies is having a welcome comeback to its Dartmoor stronghold, wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has revealed. 
     

    High Brown Fritillary - Iain H Leach
  • Has the ‘COVID effect’ worn off for nature lovers?

    28 Jul 2022

    Big Butterfly Count sees a drop in participants compared to 2020 and 2021, and urges the public not to forget the benefits of being connected to nature – and it’s not too late to take part!
     

    Chris Packham with ID guide
  • Volunteering with Big City Butterflies

    22 Jul 2022

    Shae Wiedermann is studying for a Masters in Ecology, Culture and Society at Goldsmiths College, London. She volunteered with the Big City Butterflies project and tells us about her time with the team...

  • Migratory monarch butterfly now Endangered - IUCN Red List

    21 Jul 2022

    Gland, Switzerland, 21 July 2022 (IUCN) – The migratory monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus plexippus), known for its spectacular annual journey of up to 4,000 kilometres across the Americas, has entered the IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM as Endangered, threatened by habitat destruction and climate change. 
     

    Migratory Monarch Butterfly, Joe Schelling
  • Butterfly scientists call on public for help.

    15 Jul 2022

    Butterfly Conservation launches this year’s Big Butterfly Count with a warning that time is running out to help save species.

    Holly Blue Male - Allestree 15th April 22 - Ken Orpe.JPG
  • Butterflies, heatwaves, and drought

    13 Jul 2022

    The heatwave currently being experienced by some southern and eastern parts of the UK is of concern for human health and the welfare of pets and livestock, but what about our butterflies?

    Green-veined White (female/spring brood) - Dean Morley
  • Internationally protected Coul Links once again under threat from golf course

    08 Jul 2022

    A coalition of seven environmental organisations has expressed concern over new plans for a golf course at Coul Links in East Sutherland.

    Coul Links - Photo by Craig Allardyce

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