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- A decline in 80% of species since the 1970s In the UK, long-term trends show that 80% of butterfly species have decreased in abundance or distribution, or both since the 1970s. On average, UK butterflies have lost 6% of their total abundance at monitored sites and 42% of their distribution over the period 1976-2019.
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In the UK, long-term trends show that 80% of butterfly species have decreased in abundance or distribution, or both since the 1970s. On average, UK butterflies have lost 6% of their total abundance at monitored sites and 42% of their distribution over the period 1976-2019.
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Butterfly species that rely on particular habitats are most...
- 80% of UK butterflies have decreased: scientists warn time is ...
Feb 3, 2023 · Butterfly species that rely on particular habitats are most affected and have declined dramatically in the UK. Half of all Britain's remaining butterfly species are now listed as at risk of extinction on the British Red List.*
Drawing from our world-leading recording and monitoring schemes, these influential reports set out the key results for butterfly species, highlight the implications of recent research and policy initiatives, and make recommendations for the conservation of UK butterflies and wider biodiversity.
Sep 18, 2024 · Dr Marc Botham of the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology said 33% of species had shown a significant decline in their abundance on monitored sites in the UK over the past 48 years.
1 day ago · Wood white. This is the only butterfly species classified as Endangered in Britain that you can find in the Forest. This year, according to our surveys, there has been a 50% loss in numbers. This is a worrying decline – we don’t want this species to be lost from the Forest. Our team with the help of volunteers continues managing the rides ...
Feb 3, 2023 · A newly-released report on the UK’s butterflies has revealed that 80% of butterfly species in the UK have declined since the 1970s, and half of our remaining butterfly species are at risk of extinction from Britain.
Feb 16, 2023 · Four out of every five UK butterfly species have declined since the 1970s, according to The State of the UK's Butterflies 2022 report.
