Ever wonder what flutters through the night at Flamingo Gardens? Did you know that moths predate butterflies? That they can remember their caterpillar days? Or that they can hear bat echolocation and fly erratically to avoid becoming a midnight snack?
Moths play a crucial role in ecosystems—not just as nighttime pollinators but also as caterpillars that break down organic matter, enriching the soil. They serve as a vital food source for countless insects, animals, and birds. In fact, large moth populations are a key indicator of a thriving ecosystem.
Yet, there’s still so much to learn about these elusive creatures of the night.
That’s why this April 26, 2025, Flamingo Gardens is hosting a Moth Bioblitz, a rare opportunity to explore our vast 60-acre gardens after dark! Light trap stations will be set up throughout the park, allowing participants to move from station to station and observe different moth species up close. Entomologists will be on hand to help identify moths and answer your questions, while both citizen and research scientists will guide you in using iNaturalist to document your findings.
Our goal is to photograph as many moths as possible and enter them into iNaturalist, where the data will be shared with researchers around the world. This event serves as our spring count, with a follow-up summer count coming in July.
By participating, you’ll not only experience the magic of Flamingo Gardens at night but also become a citizen scientist, gaining a newfound appreciation for these fascinating nighttime pollinators.
Join us and help shine a light on the wonders of the night! Earth Day 2025 Moth BioBlitz
Saturday Night, April 26, 2025
7:30pm – 10:30pm for Public Observers Flamingo Gardens
3750 S Flamingo Rd, Davie, FL
Admission:
• $15 for Public Observer Entrance fee for all ages.
• Preorder a Giant Moth for release for $15 additional! (Preorder only by 1 Apr. 2025)
More information here!
