Butterflies Return to Former Wheat Farm in West Sussex
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- Surveys in spring 2026 recorded 5,290 butterflies at Halnaker Hill Farm in West Sussex.
- The count covered 28 species, including some that are rare.
- The restored land also supports bird life and other insects.
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The farm had been used for wheat for around 40 years. Within two years of habitat restoration, surveys found a large and varied population of butterflies, including rare species. The project shows that farmland can be turned back into habitat within a short time.
From Times of India
Halnaker Hill Farm in West Sussex has experienced a remarkable surge in butterfly populations thanks to dedicated habitat restoration initiatives. In the spring of 2026, surveys noted 5,290 butterflies representing 28 different species, including some that are quite rare. This ecological project has fostered a rich variety of habitats that not only attract butterflies but also support bird life and other insects.
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A old wheat field in England was turned back into a wild place with flowers and grass. Two years later, scientists counted 5,290 butterflies there, including some rare kinds. The bees, birds and other bugs are coming back too.
