Butterfly lights in Graz: Discover the moth!
Butterfly lights in Graz: Discover the moth!
Karolinenweg 11, 8010 Graz, Österreich - The nightly world of butterflies captivates nature lovers again. On 5. July 2025 the city of Graz organizes in cooperation with the Nature Conservation Bund The expedition" Sorts Hauenstein ". This exciting event begins at 8:45 p.m. at the Föllingerstraße/Tullhofweg entrance in Mariatrost. Under the direction of the biologists Alexander Weihs and Frank Weihmann , the participants can discover the fascinating world of domestic moths.
The focus on this evening is the over 3,800 different types of moths in Austria, which also include remarkable specimens such as the Japanese oak silk spinner, with an impressive wing span of up to 14 centimeters. The curious moths are attracted with the help of UV light, which promises an extraordinary experience.free participation and practical information
Participation in the event is free, but a ** registration ** is required. Interested parties should have an email to office@naturschutzbundsteiermark.at Send or contact at 0316/322 377-0 . So that all participants are well equipped, it is advisable to bring a flashlight and sturdy shoes with you - so a good hand for the right equipment is required!
In addition, on 24. July 2025 Another event called "Butterfly lights" take place. Organized by the Department of Green Room and Water of the City of Graz, Alexander Weihs introduces the visitors to the secrets of the native butterfly in the Vincke Steinbruch Gösting. Here, too, participation is free and no registrations are necessary. Just come over and be amazed!
joint research of nature
This year it will also be on 6. September give the first Austria -wide "Long Night of Nature Park". The aim of this initiative is to experience flora and fauna in the dark. As part of this event, exciting program items are also planned in Styria, such as star shows, guided night hikes and lectures on light pollution. These topics are particularly important because the effects of artificial light on the environment are often underestimated. Julia Friedlmayer, Managing Director of the Association of the Austrian Nature Park (VNÖ), emphasizes the importance of such events for the protection of the nightly sky.
For all those who want to learn more about the attraction of light on nocturnal butterflies, a special demonstration is offered in the Pöllau valley by biologist Alex Weihs. So there are numerous ways to explore the miraculous world of moths and learn something about the protection of our nature.
So take the opportunity to discover the nightly miracles of our surroundings and get to know the fascinating creatures that are active under the guise of darkness!| Details | |
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| Ort | Karolinenweg 11, 8010 Graz, Österreich |
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