A brown and orange butterfly with black eye spots on the forewings. It is very common and widespread throughout the UK and can be found in a variety of habitats including parks and gardens.

Three quarters of butterfly species are in decline in the UK, but gardeners can play a key role in providing ... I cut back mine in March to keep them growing well.' The common lilac (Syringa vulgaris ...

Butterfly Conservation's online tool can help you identify a butterfly. We've also included photographs of the most common UK garden butterflies below. Did you know that butterflies taste with their ...

The previous low was in 2022, which clocked up an average of just nine butterflies spotted by participants. This year, a ...

The number of rare butterflies found on a nature reserve remains stable despite increasing climate and habitat threats, a wildlife trust has found. A team of volunteers from Berkshire ...