Identifying Moths and Butterflies

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A weekend introducing the identification and natural history of perhaps the most visually appealing of all insect groups. Only live viewing techniques are used: light traps and sugaring for moths and sweep nets for butterflies. We will discuss the benefits of the different trapping methods and the different types of light trap.

Working through the moth catch in the morning is complemented by afternoon excursions to look for and identify butterflies on the wing. Local butterfly species include silver washed fritillary, white admiral and purple hairstreak and the larger moths include poplar, privet, pine and elephant hawk moths.

This is an accredited course linked to the University of Birmingham Certificate in Biological Recording and Species Identification (half 10 credits). Towards the end of the course you may therefore have your learning assessed for accreditation if you wish.

The content is also appropriate for anyone wishing to contribute to their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Sheila Wright is a County wildlife recorder for Nottinghamshire with a long-standing interest in moths and butterflies.

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