Dorset reaches record number of members
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
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
Two Red Admirals, one Painted Lady and a Comma on ivy. Photo: George McCabe
Long-tailed Blue second brood. Photo; Clive Randall
Long-tailed Blues breeding in Dorset
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
White Holes map of north Dorset
North Dorset butterfly sightings needed
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 2019
Scarface the pony. Photo: Nigel Spring
Pony found!
We are delighted to say that Scarface, the lost pony, has been found at Alners Gorse, stuck in some dense scrub. Read more...
Posted: 22 August 2019Send us your news and photos. Email: news@dorsetbutterflies.com or photos@dorsetbutterflies.com
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Photo gallery
Small Copper. Photo: John East
John took this photo of a Small Copper nectaring on a Cosmos flower in his Hinton St Mary Garden on 06/10/2019 but delayed publishing it in the Gallery until now to try and brighten a grey November day. A reminder of a good butterfly summer and the hope of another one next year. Read more...
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