The Cult Butterfly

Helen is joined by butterfly expert and National Trust conservationist, Matthew Oates, on the trail of His Imperial Majesty - a butterfly with the morals of a Tolkien orc apparently! Purple Emperor Butterflies are little known and little talked about, but they’ve attracted a cult following for their allusiveness, rarity and iridescent beauty which they flaunt with vanity. Helen meets superfan and author, Matthew Oates, in Gloucestershire’s Lower Woods on the hunt for the Purple Emperor Butter...

Om Podcasten

Join presenter, Charlie, in conversation with some incredible naturalists showing us all how we can welcome and encourage wildlife to visit and live in our gardens and community spaces. 

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