One of the Warmest Springs on Record Could Set up a Good Summer for Butterflies, Charity Says as It Launches 2026’s Big Butterfly Count

One of the warmest springs on record could set up a good summer for butterflies, charity says as it launches 2026’s Big Butterfly Count

The UK could be heading for a bumper butterfly season – and even a “painted lady summer” – conservationists say as they urge people to join a national count for the insects.

Big Butterfly Count invites public to help monitor shifting populations levels

Join the Big Butterfly Count. Help Butterfly Conservation track UK butterfly trends and climate change impacts by recording sightings across…

Dorset wildlife charity calls on public to get out for the Big Butterfly Count

Butterfly Conservation, based in East Lulworth, Wareham is encouraging the public to take part in its annual Big Butterfly Count this summer.

How to create a perfect garden setting for butterflies

As the Big Butterfly Count starts, an expert reveals how to maximise your chances of spotting these beautiful insects.

Bumper butterfly summer? Charity urges people to join UK-wide count to find out

One of the warmest springs on record could set up a good summer for butterflies, charity says as it launches 2026’s Big Butterfly Count.

Could Scotland be about to experience a bumper summer of butterflies?

A warm, dry spring has raised hopes of an abundant season for some of the nation's best-loved species