This book reviews many of the latest advances in the ecology and conservation of butterflies. It brings together under one cover details of progress in the fields of monitoring distribution and abundance, effects of land use, and the management of endangered species. Each chapter is written by recognized experts in their field. The book is unique in containing reviews of conservation efforts from different regions of Europe and other continents. This provides an up-to-date record and comparison of the challenges and progress made in different countries. From the Preface: 'A particular aim is to try to bridge the communication gap between scientific research and practical conservation (and) aims to give scientists, nature conservationists and amateur entomologists access to up to date information on butterfly conservation.'.