Great Southern Bioblitz: Let's Go Mothing!

Let's explore our local night shift workers and focus on the tiny critters drawn to the light, especially Moore Park's moths. They play a highly important role in how our natural world functions as pollinators, food source and general indicators of environmental health. They outnumber butterflies by far, and they are beautiful.

We'll photograph and record all data giving us a much better idea of Moore Park's natural wealth. Kindly download the free inaturalist app onto your smart device so that you can upload photos of your observations to our 'Great Southern Bioblitz - Moore Park' project. We have special lights which will attract nocturnal insects.

While we are waiting we'll explore other nightly fauna and we will enjoy some socialising. Bring a plate or something for the BBQ, Don't forget to bring a chair and a torch. We'll have refreshments and some nibbles. While we are waiting we'll talk about moths, other nocturnal fauna locally, provide some information about the Bioblitz and inaturalist, We'll also talk about Moore Park and its historic importance.

This is an opportunity for entire families to have a nighttime outing. We have some games on standby too.... Please wear protective clothing, closed-in shoes, and bring some insect repellent. This event is supported by Taringa Parade and Moore Park Bushcare Groups with support of CWCN, Brisbane's Big Butterfly Count, BCC's Community Conservation Partnerships Program and the Lord Mayor's Community Fund through Cr Penny Wolff. A big thank you in advance.