Where are all the bats? alarm as numbers fall in England
Briefly

Conservation groups in England are observing more malnourished bats, with declining insect populations driving the issue. Dr. Joe Nunez-Mino notes the impact on the 17 bat species in the UK.
The Bat Conservation Trust highlights a 10% decline in brown long-eared and horseshoe bat populations in the last five years, attributing this to various factors including climate change and habitat destruction.
Butterfly Conservation notes a lack of butterflies and moths this year due to unfavorable weather conditions impacting breeding. Dr. Dan Hoare stresses the need for warmth and dry conditions for these insects to thrive.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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