Butterflies face a sharp decline in urban areas

Small White Tattenhoe Park Harry Appleyard 14th October 2016

Small White Tattenhoe Park Harry Appleyard 14th October 2016

Over the course of 20 years, 28 species of butterfly in urban and countryside environments were monitored and the results are a cause for concern.

In rural areas, butterfly numbers declined by 45%, while in urban environments, a 69% decrease occurred.

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