Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly Returns to UK
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Surprise Return: The Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly Reappears in the UK
After decades of absence, the large tortoiseshell butterfly has made a comeback in southern England, with sightings in Kent, Sussex, the Isle of Wight, Cornwall, and Dorset. This marks the first time since the 1980s that the species has been considered a breeding resident in the UK. Warmer climates, driven by climate change, are believed to be the reason behind their return from Europe. The large tortoiseshell, larger than its common cousin, the small tortoiseshell, and preferring woodlands over gardens, is a rare sight. Its caterpillars feed on leaves from elms, willows, aspens, and poplars. The return of this species, along with others, showcases natures resilience in the face of climate change.
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