Saturday Night- April 26, 2025
7:30pm – 10:30pm – Public Observer
What to expect:
Citizen Scientists and professionals will record moths they see onto iNaturalist during BioBlitz. Learn about our local moth population. See how professional Entomologists collect moths. See and help professional Entomologists collect moths.
Citizen Scientists and Professional Participants:
Flamingo Gardens
UF Master Gardener Volunteers
USDA Entomologist Volunteers
James Munro, PHD/Identifier (Entomology)
Julia Schwierking, Entomologist Identifier
David Serrano, PhD-
Professor and Environmental Science BS Program Manager
Broward College Insect Collection (BROW:BCIC) Director
Broward College Botanical Collection (BROW: BCBC) Director
Why:
This event will help to discover what moths are visiting Flamingo Gardens.
The data is shared through iNaturalist to many organizations.
Admission:
· $15 Public Observer, fee for all ages
· $15 Giant Moth Release, preorder only. Order by 1 Apr. 2025
Flamingo Gardens is located at 3750 South Flamingo Road in Davie, FL 33330. Narrated tram tour, Wray Home Museum, Butterfly Conservatory, Animal Care Specialist Talks, Wildlife Encounter Shows and Gallery exhibits are included in admission. Specialty weekend programs may be subject to change. Please check website for details prior to your visit.
For more information, visit www.FlamingoGardens.org or call 954-473-2955.
Event Contact: Amy Rielly, Botanical Curator – [email protected]
