Green wings give excellent camouflage against vegetation, making Brimstones difficult to spot against leaves. So good is their camouflage that the venation and creases on their wings closely mimics a leaf’s texture. Such camouflage, however, is only effective providing the... Read More

The results of Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count are out!  These results are based on the number of butterflies and day-flying moths spotted during 16th July – 8th August. Unfortunately this period doesn’t take into account Spring flying butterflies. If... Read More