Join the Environmental Sustainability Team on a moth extravaganza to end this year's survey season: learn more about moths through a hands-on activity and an illustrated talk in the evening, and/or join us at the big reveal in the morning to see what species of moths visited our light traps during the night.

Unfortunately, many moth species are in decline in the UK. This trend is significant because moths are not only excellent indicator species of environmental health but they are also a vital part of the food chain and many species, including birds and bats, rely on them.

It is a common misconception that moths are all dull looking and boring. In fact, they can be just as colourful as butterflies and they are rather fascinating!

Do you still have doubts? Then join us the moth extravaganza season finale (sessions can be booked independently):

• Tuesday 7th October, from 7pm: an evening of moth-related activities: first we will set up the light traps together and learn about other easy ways to attract moths, then we will walk over to FAB for an illustrated talk (hopefully with a mystery guest), after which we will go back to the traps to have a sneak peek at the early "catch" of the night.

• Wednesday 8th October, 9am-10am: we will have the usual big reveal and moth count!

All are welcome. This is a great chance for members of the local community, along with Warwick staff and students, to get involved!

This event is organised by the Environmental Sustainability team at University of Warwick as part of the University’s 60th anniversary celebrations and Shared By Resonate.