Countryside rangers turn spotlight on night-time creatures
30/07/08
People are being invited to join Aberdeen City Council ranger service on Scotstown Moor to meet some of the creatures of the night.
Ranger Helen Rowe will be setting up a light trap to catch moths on Friday, 1 August, and will identify the species later in the evening.
Scotstown Moor is one of four Local Nature Reserves in Aberdeen managed by the ranger service. Approximately half the site is nationally recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest as it has a number of nationally rare plants and insects.
Rob Rowe, of the ranger service, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity to learn much more about night-flying moths and to see them at close quarters. The nature reserve is likely to have many more wildlife surprises, so come prepared.
“You will need to bring warm clothing, stout walking boots, sunglasses and a cap to help shield your eyes from the strong light used by the trap. A torch is essential and binoculars are recommended for sightings of other animals.”
People should meet at 8.30pm at the reserve car park on Scotstown Road in Bridge of Don, almost opposite the SITA recycling centre. The event is expected to last until late.
The Moths, Bats and Wild Night event is bookable. Please call the Ranger Service on (01224) 897400 to book and for more information.
If you have any queries regarding this, or any other news story, please contact Aberdeen City Council on: 01224 522000.
