Articles for tag: Butterflies, England, Insects

Andrew Alpin, Author

Conservation
Brown Hairstreak butterfly

Brown Hairstreak: The Rare Butterfly That Is Recolonizing London

The Brown Hairstreak butterfly, scientifically known as Thecla betulae, is one of Britain’s rarest species of butterfly. However, recent sightings show it is making a quiet yet significant comeback across London and surrounding regions, marking an important resurgence in urban and semi-urban environments. This elusive butterfly, recognized for its distinctive brown wings and small ‘tails’ ...

Tara Panton, BSc (Honors) Marine Biology

Animal BehaviorNew Discoveries
butterfly

New Study Reveals Surprising Cognitive Abilities in Butterflies – They Outsmart Other Insects

Butterflies, with their delicate wings and tiny brains, might not seem like the sharpest creatures in the animal kingdom. However, new research from the University of Bristol has revealed something surprising about the Heliconius butterfly—these colorful insects can actually learn and remember spatial information. Through a series of experiments, scientists discovered that these butterflies are ...