The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground journalism during critical times, addressing issues like reproductive rights and climate change. It highlights the disturbing decline of butterfly populations in the UK, with over half of species affected by habitat destruction and pollution. The UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme indicates that 2024 was one of the worst years for butterfly populations, with a majority of species declining. The involvement of volunteers in monitoring reflects a community effort to address environmental challenges.
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Experts say human actions are to blame for the decline of more than half of butterfly species in the UK.
The UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme revealed that 2024 was the fifth worst year since records began for butterflies.
Richard Fox expressed his devastation over the declines in British butterflies, attributing it to habitat destruction and pollution.
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