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Throughout the 2025 moth flying season, our Environmental Education Instructor Eleanor Denniss carried out regular moth trapping at High Elms Country Park in Bromley. The project set out to monitor moth populations across the site and to understand what these species can tell us about the health of our local habitats.
Moths are vital indicator species. They help us understand the condition of our woodlands, meadows and specialist habitats. Some moths can only survive in very specific environmental conditions. When these species appear in our traps, they help to paint a clear picture of how our ecosystems are functioning.
This year was an exceptional season. Last year we recorded 856 moths of 133 species. This year we recorded more than 1,000 moths representing 173 species. These included woodland specialists, red data book species and rare migrants. All data has been entered into iRecord so it can support research and national monitoring, especially during a year when many invertebrate populations have increased due to warm, dry weather.
The public were invited to our moth mornings to see the incredible diversity and beauty of these often overlooked insects. Invertebrates form the backbone of a healthy ecosystem. Without them, neither people nor wildlife can flourish. Sharing their importance with our community helps ensure they are understood, valued and protected.
Several highlight species were recorded on site this year.
The species recorded this season highlight the importance of ongoing habitat care and the value of community engagement. They also guide our future work, helping us identify areas that may need further development to support wildlife as effectively as possible.
