The sight of a brightly hued butterfly fluttering through your garden is one of those delightful everyday encounters with nature that can make your day.
But the joy we get from these beautiful creatures is overshadowed by the news that entomologists around the world are ringing alarm bells about the decline in insect populations. It’s a reminder that we cannot take for granted the continued existence of our six-legged friends.
Butterflies’ close relatives the moths are also fascinating visitors to observe. Together, they belong to the