Surveys should only occur in "good" weather—sunny, warm (at least 13°C if sunny, 17°C if cloudy), and not too windy.
Because of their short life cycles and specific habitat needs, they mirror the health of other invertebrates, which make up over two-thirds of all species. Monitoring butterflies for ecology and conserva...
They are vital pollinators and a key food source for birds, bats, and other wildlife. Surveys should only occur in "good" weather—sunny, warm
A more flexible approach where recorders list all species seen in a specific area over 15 minutes. This is ideal for remote areas or urban parks where a full transect might not be feasible. warm (at least 13°C if sunny