Butterflies are sensitive to change so they are considered indicators of environmental health.
The Small Tortoiseshell was the most spotted species in Northern Ireland, defying the pattern seen in other UK countries
Almost two thousand people took part in the Big Butterfly Count 2023, with more than 18,500 butterflies and day-flying moths spotted.But long-term trend figures, released for the first time, show many species have significantly decreased since the count started 13 years ago. The conservation charity Butterfly Conservation, which runs the count, said the findings showed that nature was in crisis.The Holly Blue and the Red Admiral were seen in record numbers in Northern Ireland
"The mixed weather this year has helped as there has been an abundance of green food plants available for caterpillars, and plenty of nectar-rich flowers for adult butterflies," she said.
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