A once locally-extinct butterfly has made a remarkable return to Stirlingshire after a 100- year absence.
The Northern Brown Argus was once found in abundance throughout the Ochil Hills, but due to habitat loss including overgrazing, was believed extinct in Stirlingshire and across much of its former range.
In another exciting turn of events, the Northern Brown Argus is now confirmed to be breeding at the site, which is owned by The Future Forest Company, giving hope for the return of this species across its former habitat. “We hope to work in partnership with Butterfly Conservation to monitor its numbers in the coming years.
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