Butterflies need us to mow lawns less, experts say
Summary
Experts explain that not mowing our lawns all the time can help save butterflies. Butterflies are not doing well and need the longer grass for food and a safe place to live.Key Facts
- Many butterflies are disappearing, which is causing a crisis.
- Last year was one of the worst years ever for butterflies.
- Experts think it's a good idea to let grass grow longer because it helps butterflies.
- Leaving plants like dandelions to bloom is also helpful for butterflies.
- Gardeners are advised to be careful with mowing from now until September.
- More than half of British butterfly species are dwindling, which has never happened before.
- Both rare and common butterflies are affected.
- The small tortoise shell butterfly, once common in gardens, has reduced by 86% since the 70s.
- This decrease is said to be because of things we humans do, like using harmful chemicals and changing the weather.
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