A Mothing BioBlitz uses UV lights to attract and record nocturnal insects. It’s a “species snapshot” for that location and date, utilizing the iNaturalist app. We encourage attendees to record observations in this free app.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 8:00 – 11:00pm
Location: Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069
Dress: Routine dress code for activity in the field: Long pants, boots/close-toed shoes; long-sleeved shirts are recommended, and any attire appropriate for the weather. Master Naturalists should wear their name badges.
Bring: Drinking water, insect repellent, and a flashlight to help you find the way back to your parked vehicle.
Questions? Hosted by the Heard Museum: Learn more and PURCHASE event tickets now at Bug-a-thon – Heard Museum
Logging AT/ VMS Guidance for Blackland Prairie TMN Chapter Members. Choose 1 entry (only):
· If you’re setting up Mothing screens/blacklight equipment: Enter VH hours in: BPTMN: Public Outreach (Hours = Travel+ Time at event). Be sure to enter the event name, location, and the work done in the description box.
· If you’re attending and conducting iNaturalist observations: Enter VH hours in: BPTMN: Blackland Prairie iNaturalist Project: TMN Field Research Hours (Hours = Travel+ Time at event). Be sure to enter event name, the location, and the work done in the description box.
· If you’re attending and observing/learning about insects: Enter one hour AT (only) in: AT: BPTMN: Other Pre-Approved Training. Be sure to enter the event name, location, and speaker name “BPTMN Moth Squad” in the description box.
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