Moth night August 13, 2011
A very special event took place last weekend! On Saturday August 13, from 7-9pm, Professional Lepidopterist Dave Wikle came all the way out from California, to teach us about moths at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Moths are commonly perceived by most people as dull-colored stepsisters to the butterfly, but they can be beautiful too. A good tool to attract moths is hanging a white sheet in front of a mercury vapor light. Moths will come in to get observed, ID-ed and photographed.
Over ninety people showed up for this fun event, including many families with children. Kids are fearless when it comes to moths! They love to hold them! It was a big success!
Thank you BTA for accommodating us!
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