A Wild Night Out at Den of Maidencraig Local Nature Reserve

A Wild Night Out at Den of Maidencraig Local Nature Reserve
The UK is home to around 2500 different species of moth, many of which call Aberdeen home. Along with moths, our night skies are patrolled by several different bat species. Join the Countryside Rangers after dark for an exclusive look into this overlooked nocturnal world.
Our activities will focus on:

• Moth trapping: Over the course of the evening, we will set up sugar and light traps to attract moths, which we will identify and release unharmed.

• Bat detection: We will also undertake a short guided walk along the Denburn, using specialised detectors to listen to the clicks and calls of hunting bats.

Additional Information:
Please note:

• A ticket must be booked for all attendees.

• Pets are not permitted at this event.
• We ask that all attendees have a moderate level of fitness to comfortably take part in the walk

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the local biodiversity, meet like-minded people and learn all about our nocturnal wildlife.

What to Bring:

• Suitable outdoor clothing
• Sturdy footwear (walking boots or similar)
• Sunglasses (to shield your eyes from the moth trap’s light)
• It is recommended to apply midge repellent prior to attending the event.

Where to Meet:
Address: Den of Maidencraig, Skene Rd, Aberdeen, AB15 8BW

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Grid Reference: NJ 89163 06098

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