We are delighted to release “Gardening for Butterflies” by the National Biodiversity Data Centre which is part of Ireland’s Butterfly Series.
Unfortunately, findings from the Irish Butterfly Monitoring Scheme indicate a concerning decline even among once common butterfly species. What’s alarming is that it’s not just species with specialized requirements that are declining; even those found throughout Ireland are experiencing population decreases, suggesting a widespread issue across the entire island. Fortunately, gardens are scattered across the countryside, presenting an opportunity for significant positive change. If gardens across the country take action to support butterflies, it can make an incredible difference in addressing this decline.