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

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Explore, 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.

Go and see butterflies

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.

Large Coppers sighted in the region

A very surprising find in the heart of the Black Country. Considerable excitement has resulted in recent weeks following the discovery of Large Coppers at Bumble Hole nature reserve near Netherton. 

How to find your own Clouded Yellow

It looks as if it is going to be a good year for the Clouded Yellow with a number of reports coming in. Rather than go racing halfway across the country only to be disappointed, why not have a go at discovering new sites close to home.

Earliest ever Brown Hairstreak in Worcestershire

This stunning female Brown Hairstreak was spotted by a sharp-eyed member of the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust.