Awareness session about the endemic species Nyctalus azoreum (Azorean bat) and about the importance of insects in their feeding habits.
The Azorean Bat – Nyctalus azoreum is an insectivorous species, hunting for prey during flight. Currently, 36% of bats in Portugal are threatened, being one of the reasons the decline in the number of insects due to the excessive use of pesticides. This event aims to highlight the importance of insects in the food chains, to warn about the need to conserve habitats not only for bats, but also for their food – the insects! Join us!
Field trip for observation and hearing of this species. Activity carried out under the International Night of Bats. Participants must bring their mask. During the activity, it is recommended to practice social distance and respiratory etiquette.
Participation in this activity grants a stamp in the booklet Vigilante da Natureza Júnior dos Açores.
Activity within the LIFE BEETLES project.
Date: August 28
Hours: 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Meeting point: Headquarters of Montanheiros do Pico
Deadline for registration: August 26th | Activity limited to 15 participants
Contacts: pnpico.ecoteca@azores.gov.pt | 292 241 420
Partnership: Os Montanheiros
