rshive's Journal

July 23, 2022: Lost River Cave Second Annual Buggin’ Out Event

Public offered, nocturnal insect review. Insects were attracted to observation sheets via UV lighting. They were then observed, photographed, identified and cataloged. Approximately 38 observers participated, both adults and children. Forty Seven (47) species were observed and photographed, two better than the forty five (45) from last years event.

This was a diurnal and nocturnal life survey with the primary emphasis on moths in support of National Moth Week. Aiding in data collection were Cooper Correa and family.