Butterfly bonanza

With a ‘butterfly emergency’ in the UK, conservationists are gearing up for this year’s Big Butterfly Count. But what has happened to these insects? And can they – on a wing and a prayer – ever bounce back?

INTERVIEW BY TORRI MUNDELL PHOTOGRAPH BY ALAMY Andy ...

When experiencing change in life, it’s wise to turn to nature for guidance. With billions of years of trial and error behind it, nature offers wise lessons on how we can adapt to new and unforeseen ci

The first small tortoiseshell I’ve seen this year has just fluttered past – and my heart soared. This is one of those iconic common and widespread butterfly beauties that reminds me of my childhood ro

The high summer month of August is fabulous for insects, says James Lowen

Turning your garden into a BUTTERFLY PARADISE is easier than you may think…