Unit Award Scheme

78830 INTRODUCTION TO BUTTERFLY IDENTIFICATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

acquired an understanding of

1the five main groups of British butterflies, eg nymphalids, whites, blues, browns and skippersSummary sheet
2at least three seasonal variations in flight times, eg spring, early summer, second generationsSummary sheet
3regional distribution within the UK of at least one type of butterfly, eg Swallowtails breeding in NorfolkSummary sheet
4the importance of at least three habitats in identification of butterflies, eg grassland, woodland, heathlandSummary sheet

demonstrated the ability to

5identify at least four butterflies from different main groups, eg one nymphalid, one brown, one white, one blueSummary sheet
6identify at least two butterflies found in each of grassland, woodland and heathlandSummary sheet
7distinguish between Comma and Silver-washed FritillarySummary sheet
8distinguish between Common Blue and Holly BlueSummary sheet
9distinguish between Gatekeeper and Meadow BrownSummary sheet
10use a suitable identification guide to verify correct identificationSummary sheet

experienced

11identifying at least three butterflies in the wild.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 5 February 2013Level - Entry Level