Several new species have moved into Leicestershire and Rutland in recent years.

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Three new insect species have turned up in VC55 for the first time in the last couple of years. We are not sure why but it could be linked to climate change. Warmer winters are allowing species that were previously found in warmer climes to expand their range northwards.  Click on the images below to find out more about them. 

Keep and eye out for these species and submit a record if you see one.