East Scotland - Aberdeenshire: Pearls & Glories – Butterflies & Moths walk

A guided walk to search for some of the special butterflies and moths of the Cairngorms and Deeside, a stronghold area for a number of nationally rare species.

Depending on weather and seasonal variation, these could include Pearl-bordered Fritillary, Kentish Glory, Large Red-belted Clearwing, Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth and Netted Mountain Moth, which all have particular habitat requirements. Learn how to identify them and find out about surveys you can get involved with to contribute to their conservation.

Booking essential: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/604165905487

This free event is organised for the The Cairngorms Nature Festival | 12th – 21st May 2023 in partnership with Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service (donations to Butterfly Conservation welcome on the day).

Suitable for adults.

The event involves a walk of up to about 5km/3 miles - route starts with moderate incline to join level firm-surfaced path of Deeside Way, but will be necessary to make detours onto informal paths with moderate inclines or moorland/woodland terrain with uneven ground surface, though fairly flat overall.

Bring outdoor clothing suited to weather, long trousers, stout footwear & snack/drink + if you have them, binoculars.