The purple emperor butterfly is spotted in Derbyshire for the first time since records began in 1829.

If you spot the Purple Emperor and are happy to share your photos please send them to yourpics@bbc.co.uk More on this story The butterfly that feeds on rotting flesh ...

Flutter by this SoCal garden for bamboo bird sculptures and butterfly joy A bounty of happenings is afoot, including Mother's Day fun, at South Coast Botanic Garden.