Second brood Dingy Skippers
Brian Arnold sent us the above photo, taken on 14 August. Dingy Skippers are usually around in May and June Read more...
Posted: 15 August 2018
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
Common Blue. Photo: Michael Skelton
Butterfly statistics
We are seeing some interesting statistics coming out of the butterfly sightings reported to this website. Read more...
Posted: 6 August 2018
Small Tortoiseshell. Photo: Brian Arnold.
Small Tortoiseshells suffering from the summer heat?
Brian Arnold sent us in this great photo of a Small Tortoiseshell recently and said from his observations “They seemed to be quite scarce last year, but … they have virtually disappeared this year”. We asked our Records Officer, Bill Shreeves to comment. Read more...
Posted: 1 August 2018
It’s time for the Big Butterfly Count!
The Big Butterfly Count just asks for 15 minutes of your time, to help Butterfly Conservation record butterflies all over the UK. Read more...
Posted: 20 July 2018Send us your news and photos. Email: news@dorsetbutterflies.com
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Caloptilia semifascia, dark form. Photo: Paul Harris
Paul found this micro moth, FL 5-6mm, in his Weymouth garden moth trap on 1/08/18. This tiny moth comes to light between Jul- May. The caterpillar foodplant is Field Maple where it constructs three neat conical rolls. When this species is abundant Sycamore will also be used. Read more...
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