Pollinators are in steep decline. Through our annual online nature Quiz, let’s learn together

who these insects are and how they live. Join in the fun and allow this online experience to

drive your understanding forward on butterflies, other pollinators and wildflowers.

The inter-relationship between insects and plants is fascinating. The larval stage needs plants

as a food resource and for shelter whilst the adult insects feed on the pollen and nectar. In

turn, our native plants need insects for pollination. Martin Kalaher, local Storrington resident

has been closely observing this mutualism for many years now. He will be sharing his wide-

ranging knowledge, observations and beautiful photos with us. Take a peek at the amazing diversity here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ag3tE9XUtUKyCrhBA

It is with Martin’s kind permission and input that it is possible for our group to run this quiz.

Book up your free ticket for this online event now. Jerry Lindsey and Viviane Doussy from

the committee look forward to seeing many of you online. Zoom login details are included

with your registration confirmation and reminder emails will be sent closer to the time.

With Christmas behind us, we can start the New Year afresh, dreaming of transforming more

of our local monoculture lawns into havens for insects in the Spring. We can stem the

plummeting insect numbers by not using chemicals or fertilisers, actively encouraging native

plant species and leaving sections of our gardens wilder. You can also join our enthusiastic

‘Green Spaces for Nature’ project group by emailing us on swtstorringtonregion@gmail.com.

2023 Nature Quiz