Welcome
The West Midlands Branch covers Birmingham, the Black Country and the counties of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. If you live in the region and are a member of Butterfly Conservation you automatically become a member of the West Midlands branch.
Species to look out for
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Newsletters
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Recording
Find out how you can get involved in recording near you.
Download the Comma
The Comma is the West Midland Branch News Letter it is published 3 time a year and is sent by post to members.
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News
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Has the ‘COVID effect’ worn off for nature lovers?
Big Butterfly Count sees a drop in participants compared to 2020 and 2021, and urges the public not to forget the benefits of being connected to nature – and it’s not too late to take part!
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Migratory monarch butterfly now Endangered - IUCN Red List
Gland, Switzerland, 21 July 2022 (IUCN) – The migratory monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus plexippus), known for its spectacular annual journey of up to 4,000 kilometres across the Americas, has entered the IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM as Endangered, threatened by habitat destruction and climate change.
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Butterfly scientists call on public for help.
Butterfly Conservation launches this year’s Big Butterfly Count with a warning that time is running out to help save species.
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Butterflies, heatwaves, and drought
The heatwave currently being experienced by some southern and eastern parts of the UK is of concern for human health and the welfare of pets and livestock, but what about our butterflies?
Events
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Shropshire: Prees Heath Common Work Party
Wednesday 17th August 10:30am - 1:30pm
Habitat management work at Prees Heath Common to conserve the population of Silver Studded Blue
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Worcestershire: Talk on Lost Fritillaries Project with Mel Mason
Monday 5th September, 7:45pm
Talk on Lost Fritillaries Project with Mel Mason organised by Hartlebury Common Local Group.
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Shropshire: Prees Heath Common Work Party
Wednesday 21st September 10:30am - 3:00pm
Habitat management at Prees Heath Common to conserve the population of Silver Studded Blue
Volunteer with us
Butterfly Conservation relies on the support of thousands of volunteers, and we are always looking for more help inside the office and out in the field. Whether you want to volunteer at a local branch, get outside and help manage our nature reserves, or help with one of our events, we have something for everyone to get involved in! Your time can make a real difference.
Branch information
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- Chairman
Mike Southall - Vice Chairman
Mel Mason - Treasurer
Peter Seal - Branch Secretary
Martin Harrison