How do Marsh Fritillary larvae survive the cold?
Kathy Henderson has been keeping a watchful eye on some of the Marsh Fritillary larval webs Read more...
Posted: 11 March 2019
Working to save Dorset's butterflies and moths
75% of British butterflies and 66% of common moths have declined in living memory. Our efforts include conservation work, monitoring butterflies and moths, and raising awareness of the problems they face. There are lots of ways you can help. Find out more
Marsh Fritillary larval web in oak leaves. Photo: Nigel Spring
Large Tortoiseshell. Photo: Andy Martin
Large Tortoiseshells seen on Portland
We have had seven reports of a Large Tortoiseshell in Tout Quarry on Portland. To date we are sure there are two individual butterflies. Read more...
Posted: 1 March 2019Butterflies galore
The exceptionally mild weather of the last few days (this is being written on 26 February) has taken our sightings-so-far-this-year to an incredible level. Read more...
Posted: 26 February 2019
Brimstone taken 17 February 2019. Photo: Penny Hawes
Newsletter items wanted!
Do you have any interesting or notable butterfly/moth experiences to share with our members? Read more...
Posted: 18 February 2019Send us your news and photos. Email: news@dorsetbutterflies.com
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Large Tortoiseshell. Photo: Mike Gibbons
Mike found this Large Tortoiseshell at Tout Quarry on 26/02/19. He tells us it was sunning itself on the rocks and was one of two seen. Read more...
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