West Midlands Butterfly and Moth Society
We are focused on the practical conservation of butterflies and moths in Birmingham and the Black Country, Staffordshire, Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire
Get involved Learn MoreExplore, Enjoy and Make a Difference
From curious beginners to seasoned recorders, we've got ideas, activities and inspiration to bring you closer to butterflies, moths and their habitats.
Find out about Moths
Learn more about these amazing creatures. Look for events near you like our moth mornings where experts can show you the species that call our region home.
Take Action to Help
Find a work party near you and enjoy being outside in the fresh air and meeting others. Take part in conservation work to protect the butterflies and moths of our region.
Search out local sites
Visit a nature reserve or other special place in the West Midlands. Use the sites page of our website to plan your trips and to help you see the butterfly species in your area.
Latest News and Updates
Stay informed about the latest butterfly and moth discoveries, research findings and conservation efforts across the West Midlands.
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Putting Telford's Butterflies and Moths on the Map
Want to record what you see but not too sure about IDs? Here's a chance to learn from the best.
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Grayling Action Group
Enjoy looking for rarities? Join the summer search for Grayling in the Shropshire Hills
Ankerdine Hill
Trevor Bucknall introduces a flower-rich site with which he's been connected for nearly thirty years
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Penny Hill Landfill Site
This former quarry on the Geopark Way demonstrates how valuable brownfield sites can become for wildlife, sometimes developing far greater biodiversity than greenfield sites used for agriculture.