### [2026-09-16](/feed/2026/09/16/index.md)

##### 2026 United Kingdom heatwaves
# The United Kingdom records its second-best butterfly season in 16 years amidst record heat waves in the country. 




### Sources:

1. [The Independent](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/big-butterfly-count-statistics-uk-heatwave-b3050959.html)

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