The 2026 Big Butterfly Count has commenced, with organisers urging the public to participate in the survey to help assess the health of the environment.
The count, which is organised by Butterfly Conservation, aims to understand current butterfly populations amidst a declared butterfly emergency.
Residents across the borough can easily take part by downloading the butterfly ID chart or the free app for iOS and Android, and spending 15 minutes in a sunny spot, such as a garden, balcony, or local park, to log the butterflies they see.
The data collected will contribute to conservation science and research, aiding charity Butterfly Conservation in their efforts to understand and address the decline of butterfly populations.
The chart and further details are available by visiting bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org.
