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1. bugsandbutterflies.ukBugs & Butterflies UK

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   Supplier of live butterflies and moths in the UK. High quality insects, from ethical captive breeding projects, at affordable prices.

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     Some can be a challenge but are very much worth the effort...

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     Pupae are a quick way to start breeding any species without...

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     Access our detailed care guides to ensure the health and...

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     Frogs & Toads. All species available to order here are...

2. www.woodlandtrust.org.uk › blog › 2019Common UK Butterfly Identification and Facts - Woodland Trust

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   The orange and brown wings of the commaare deeply scalloped to give an almost ragged appearance. On the underside of the hindwing, visible if the butterfly has its wings closed, is a small silvery comma-shaped marking.

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   At one time restricted to the south, this butterfly has colonised huge areas of the UK over the past 50 years and now breeds right up to central Scotland. A few have even crossed the sea to start to colonise Ireland.

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   Comma caterpillars, which are camouflaged to resemble bird droppings, feed on a range of plants including nettle, hop and elm. The butterflies feed from flowers and also fallen fruit.

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3. www.wwb.co.ukWorldwide Butterflies - over 50 years of supplying ...

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   The WWB website has a very wide range of species from all over the world, including Deathshead Hawkmoth, Swallowtails, wonderful Exotic Butterfly Pupae, tropical giants such as the Atlas Moths and a variety of amazing Moon Moths. The anticipated season for availability is shown for each one.

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5. www.wildlifetrusts.org › wildlife › identify-britishIdentify British butterflies | The Wildlife Trusts

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   • Peacock. Description: Deep-red with black marks and blue 'eyespots' (like a peacock’s tail feathers) on the forewings and hindwings. When: January-December.
   • Red admiral. Description: Black with broad, red stripes on the hindwings and forewings, and white spots near the tips of the forewings. When: January-December.
   • Small tortoiseshell. Description: Reddish-orange with black and yellow markings on the forewings and a ring of blue spots around the edge of the wings. When: January-December.
   • Painted lady. Description: Orange with black tips to the forewings that are adorned with white spots, and black spots on the hindwings and forewings. When: April-October.

6. www.rhs.org.uk › wildlife › butterflies-in-your-gardenButterflies in your garden - RHS Gardening

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   Aug 4, 2024 · Butterflies can be encouraged to visit gardens by growing a range of suitable flowers from March until frosty weather ends the butterfly season in October-November. Download a free butterfly gardening guide from the Wild About Gardens website; Click here for the RHS list of plants that are Plants for Pollinators

7. www.wildlifetrusts.org › invertebrates › butterfliesButterflies | The Wildlife Trusts

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   Discover the amazing diversity and beauty of butterflies in the UK, how to identify them, where to see them and how to help them thrive.

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   What do butterflies eat?

   • Adult butterflies feed on nectar that they will take from a wide variety of wild and garden flowers, particularly those growing in warm sheltered places. Butterflies can be encouraged to visit gardens by growing a range of suitable flowers from March until frosty weather ends the butterfly season in October-November. 1.

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   How can butterflies be supported in a garden?

   • Butterflies can be supported in gardens by providing flowers where they will feed on nectar. Growing food plants for caterpillars will encourage some to breed in your garden. Become a citizen scientist this summer and join in with the nationwide Big Butterfly Count, run by Butterfly Conservation.

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   How do I see butterflies in my garden?

   • Red Admiral butterfly RHS/ Helen Bostock To see butterflies in your garden, you need to entice them with the right flowers. Adult butterflies feed on nectar that they will take from a wide variety of wild and garden flowers, particularly those growing in warm sheltered places.

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   How do I find a butterfly ID?

   • Download the handy butterfly ID chart from Butterfly Conservation. Then on a sunny day, simply spend 15 minutes in your garden, or out and about anywhere where you may see butterflies, and note down which species you see, along with the maximum number of individuals of each species that you see at any one time.

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   Are butterflies available as livestock?

   • (23) Worldwide Butterflies has been supplying butterflies and moths for over half a century. There is a range of species available as livestock. Schools can see Recommended School Species.

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   Can you find exotic butterfly pupae?

   • For the first time this year, due to Covid, exotic butterfly pupae have been impossible to obtain but we can now supply this collection again. The three most useful sizes, with reel of Velcro for securing the sleeve to the branch. Useful aid, giving the best chance of rearing success.

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9. www.insectlore.co.ukButterflies, Caterpillars, Insects & More | Home | Insect Lore

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   Top provider of high-quality live caterpillars, butterfly gardens, kits, live insects, insect habitats, toys and gifts for kids. Order live caterpillars and watch them transform into beautiful butterflies!