Lulworth skipper Netherlands where it is now extinct. This decline has led to the butterfly's European status of "vulnerable". Isolated populations of the species in Armenia are also threatened, although not yet included in the National Red List. It is also listed as threatened under the United Kingdom Biodiversity Action Plan. In Great Britain, where the butterfly reaches the northern limit of its range, its distribution is restricted to the southern coastline of the county of Dorset. Here, both the population and range have changed little in recent decades; it is locally abundant, with the majority of colonies found on the coast
Day Skipper during the practical course. Some sailing Schools holding RYA recognition may allow Day Skipper training without first taking the shore-based course, if the student can navigate up to Day Skipper standards. However, theory knowledge will still be tested while out on the water. RYA Recognised sailing Schools are displayed on the RYA website. The theory part of the Day Skipper qualification is either a shorebased (classroom) course that normally takes 36 hours, including an exam. Alternatively, this can be completed online by distance learning which offers greater flexibility in study. Course Content includes: The practical element of the day skipper