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Butterfly that went extinct in Britain a century ago set for return to famous rewilded estate land
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Butterfly that went extinct in Britain a century ago set for return to famous rewilded estate land

How exciting is this? The black-veined white butterfly, which vanished from Britain over a century ago, is making a comeback thanks to a rewilding project at Knepp Estate! This initiative, led by the Knepp Wildland Foundation, aims to restore the butterfly's habitat and support its reintroduction. Early signs show that the larvae are thriving, which is fantastic news after previous attempts to bring them back failed. It’s a wonderful reminder of how nature can bounce back with a little help from us!
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