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Drivers Urged to Count Insect Splats in Decline Survey

3/29/2026

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The Bugs Matter survey, organized by Kent Wildlife Trust and Buglife, asks drivers in south-east England to count insect splats on vehicles from March 30 to September 30 to assess flying insect health.
Andrew Whitehouse of Buglife encourages Kent, Surrey, and Sussex residents to participate.
The survey notes a 59% decline in flying insects from 2021 to 2025.
The initiative has expanded to France to broaden data on insect populations.

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Story summary

The Bugs Matter survey, organized by Kent Wildlife Trust and Buglife, asks drivers in south-east England to count insect splats on vehicles from March 30 to September 30 to assess flying insect health.
Andrew Whitehouse of Buglife encourages Kent, Surrey, and Sussex residents to participate.
The survey notes a 59% decline in flying insects from 2021 to 2025.
The initiative has expanded to France to broaden data on insect populations.