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A significant fall in insect numbers is ‘incredibly concerning’ say the wildlife experts behind a new report into the health of England’s wildlife. Flying insect numbers have plummeted by 83% since 2004 suggests the latest Bugs Matter survey, which counts the number of creatures caught on vehicle number plates. The citizen science survey – led by organisations Buglife and Kent Wildlife Trust – is run by a network of volunteers based around the country who record insect splats after car journeys. Since the first reference survey back in 2004 – analysis of more than 26,0000 car journeys has show…