Butterflies

Its handy size means that you will never set out without it. There are over 160,000 known species of butterflies and moths worldwide, and over 5,000 species in Europe—mostly small and inconspicuous moths. Collins Gem Butterflies is a fascinating introduction to 240 of the most commonly found species within the British Isles. Each entry includes identifying illustrations of the butterfly or moth and details of distinguishing features which can help with identification, along with information on size, habitat, geographical range and the months when each species can be spotted. The guide also provides the names of similar species with which the butterfly or moth could be confused, and details of the differences between them—making accurate identification easier than ever. The text is written by Michael Chinery, author of the Collins Wildlife Trust Guide to Butterflies of Britain and Europe and the Collins Field Guide Insects of Britain and Northern Europe.