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Commonwealth NGOs
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 Butterfly Conservation
Manor Yard,
East Lulworth,
Wareham, Dorset,
BH20 5QP
U.K.
Email: info@butterfly-conservation.org
Website: www.butterfly-conservation.org
Type: NGO
Scope: national
Interest in Forestry: peripheral
Description
Butterfly Conservation was formed by a small group of dedicated naturalists in 1968 following
the alarming decline of many beautiful butterflies
Most British butterfly species remain in decline. We aim to halt and reverse these declines. Our vision
is of a world rich in butterflies for future generations to enjoy.
We are also committed to the conservation of moths, which are close relatives of butterflies and are
in rapid decline.
Butterflies are beautiful and intrinsically valuable. Together with moths, their sensitivity to environmental
change makes them valuable indicators of the health of the countryside.
We have more than 12,000 members and 31 volunteer Branches throughout the British Isles.
We employ over 50 people including many highly qualified scientists, making us the world's largest research
institute for butterflies and moths.
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