Experts battling extinctions after record heat
Scientists are studying the plight of six species of butterfly and plant affected by the heatwaves.
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"As many of us cope with another spell of extreme weather, it's easy to forget that our wildlife is experiencing exactly the same pressures."
— David Simcox , Academic
"Here we've reversed that approach, and the results are remarkable."
— Ben Eardley , Activist
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Scientists are studying the plight of six species of butterfly and plant affected by the heatwaves.
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