Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute
Fri 14 Aug · 09:15
The James Hutton Institute
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On 14 August 2026, a moths trapping event will be held at The James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen, where attendees can discover the diversity and roles of moths in nature.
Discover the amazing diversity of moths and their roles in nature, culture and folklore at The James Hutton Institute.
Discover the amazing diversity of moths and their roles in nature, culture and folklore, including stories behind some of their weird and wonderful names. We will unveil last night’s live moth trap catch and record what we find before releasing them later in the day.
Either book on to join us for the trap opening at 9:15 to 10:45 for stories, folklore and more or drop in between 10:45 and 14:00 to see what we've caught.
Please wear outdoor clothing & sensible footwear suited to the weather, though shelter will be available.
Go to the James Hutton Institute reception for directions to the exact meeting point.
This event will be run by the Butterfly Conservation East Scotland Branch.
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Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 09:15.
Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute is held at The James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen (Countesswells Road, Craigiebuckler, AB15 8QH).
Entry to Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute is free.
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Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute
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On 14 August 2026, a moths trapping event will be held at The James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen, where attendees can discover the diversity and roles of moths in nature.
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Organiser’s full description
Discover the amazing diversity of moths and their roles in nature, culture and folklore at The James Hutton Institute.
Discover the amazing diversity of moths and their roles in nature, culture and folklore, including stories behind some of their weird and wonderful names. We will unveil last night’s live moth trap catch and record what we find before releasing them later in the day.
Either book on to join us for the trap opening at 9:15 to 10:45 for stories, folklore and more or drop in between 10:45 and 14:00 to see what we've caught.
Please wear outdoor clothing & sensible footwear suited to the weather, though shelter will be available.
Go to the James Hutton Institute reception for directions to the exact meeting point.
This event will be run by the Butterfly Conservation East Scotland Branch.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute?
Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 09:15.
Where is Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute taking place?
Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute is held at The James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen (Countesswells Road, Craigiebuckler, AB15 8QH).
How much are tickets for Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute?
Entry to Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute is free.
How do I get tickets for Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute?
Tickets for Moth Trapping at James Hutton Institute can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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