NRN Butterfly Survey

As part of our mission to record and monitor our local flora and fauna, we want to establish a baseline for butterfly species distribution across local meadows. So in 2026 we are setting out to begin regular monthly butterfly surveys throughout the season from April to September.
 
In this first survey we are aiming to survey along 6 transects in and around Eynsham. We particularly encourage members who have atttended our previous butterfly workshops to attend and over time build up their knowledge and skills, but beginners are also welcome and some on the job training will be provided! 
 
Please wear appropriate clothes and footwear for field walking. You may wish to bring a notebook and pencil. However basic paperwork will be provided.
 
Butterfly Transect walkers often use binoculars to help identify the smaller species. Do bring them along if you wish.
 
 
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Comma butterfly on pear.
Photo: Kevan Martin

Location: Long Mead Barn
Oxford Road
Swinford OX29 4BT

Date: April 8, 2026, 1 p.m. - April 8, 2026, 2 p.m.