Ep 217. Moth Surveying in a NJ Mountain Meadow

Mary Stone shares her experience participating in a moth survey with Blaine Rothauser of GZA Geoenvironmental, Inc., and Dennis Briede, whose mountain meadow is at the base of the Kittatinny Mountains in Blairstown, New Jersey. 

Using metal halide and ultraviolet lights to attract moths, they recorded 80 species by 11:15 PM. Blaine emphasizes the importance of moths as ecological indicators. Mary highlights the Bird Poop Moth's camouflage and the Rosy Maple Moth's charm, amongst other remarkable moths, and the beauty and significance of nocturnal insects.

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