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
Fiona Haynes, Conservation Officer for Back from the Brink and Butterfly Conservation, is appealing for help around Blandford Forum, Stourpaine, Pimperne, Durweston and Shillingstone. Read more...
Posted: 24 November 2019
We are delighted to announce that the Dorset Branch of Butterfly Conservation has reached the milestone of 1,000 members! A very warm welcome to all newcomers. Read more...
Posted: 22 October 2019
This small blue butterfly with ‘tails’ to its hindwings is rarely seen in the UK, but there have been a number of UK sightings this year, including ten in Dorset. We have now had news of the butterfly having bred in a garden Read more...
Posted: 21 September 2019
North Dorset still has areas where no butterflies have been reported for five years – could you help fill the gaps? Read more...
Posted: 24 August 2019Send us your news and photos. Email: news@dorsetbutterflies.com or photos@dorsetbutterflies.com
Mark sent us this photo of a male and female Silver-studded Blue sharing bramble flowers at Slop Bog on 29/06/19. Read more...
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