

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Nocturnal Insect Bioblitz
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join the Biodiversity Inventory at Western (BIW) to observe the nocturnal biodiversity at Western and document it on the iNaturalist app.About this EventThis is a guided event surveying nocturnal biodiversity around the North Campus Building and Visual Arts Building at Western Campus. The event will be hosted by Tim Hain and Tristan Ducharme. This is a ‘come and go as you please’ event so you can pop over anytime between 9pm-11pm.The mothing sheets/lights will be set up behind the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre (Western University, Perth Drive). Parking is available at the parking lot between the Visual Arts Centre and the Western Interdisciplinary Research Building (43°00'39.8"N 81°16'13.4"W).Macro lenses work best for photographing these subjects. It's helpful to have a flashlight or headlamp but is not mandatory.Please download iNaturalist and create your free account in advance to be ready to make observations for the City Nature Challenge! An iNaturalist Ambassador will be available during the event if you need any help learning to use the app.This event relies on proper weather. If it is too cold, windy or raining then we will cancel the event and notify you by email at least a couple of hours in advance.This event takes place at the back of the buildings and is accessible for wheelchairs. Please remember that the area will be dark.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/d9f6fb20-2a23-11f1-9b78-2b8de5d122b0-rimg-w1200-h398-dcffffff-gmir.jpg We need YOUR help to track biodiversity in London, ON!From April 24–27, 2026, you’re invited to get outside and document the plants, animals, insects, fungi, and other living organisms you encounter using the iNaturalist app. The City Nature Challenge is a global collaboration to document nature. Every observation counts and everyone is welcome - from nature newbies to seasoned naturalists! It’s fun, easy, and a great way to explore the natural spaces in the Forest City.HOW IT WORKSApril 24–27, 2026📸 Get outside and take photos (or record sounds) of wild plants, animals, fungi, and other life you find.April 28–May 10, 2026🔍 Help identify what was found—yours and others’ observations.Results announced: May 13, 2026🏆 Which cities will come out on top for biodiversity, participation, and total observations?HOW TO PARTICIPATEFind it - Spot any wild plant, animal, or other living organismSnap it - Take a photo or sound recordingShare it - Upload your observation to iNaturalist and help with identificationsThat’s it - anyone can do it!You can get outside on your own or join a guided nature walk or bioblitz to learn from knowledgeable naturalists. For a full schedule of events, visit bioblitzlondon.ca.WHY PARTICIPATE?Your observations contribute real data used by scientists, students, and conservation efforts.NEW TO iNATURALIST?No problem! Download the free app. Create your free account. Then come 15 minutes early on any of the events and we'll have an iNaturalist Ambassador there ready to help teach you how to get started.Let’s show the world the amazing biodiversity of our city!  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/da2f7040-2a23-11f1-acb3-35efa69682d2-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: London
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
- **lat**: 43.0107656
- **long**: -81.27008
- **full address**: John Labatt Visual Arts Centre, Perth Drive, London, Canada

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: City Nature Challenge: London, ON (https://allevents.in/org/city-nature-challenge-london-on/23862973)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** John Labatt Visual Arts Centre, Perth Drive, London, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** City Nature Challenge: London, ON
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** contests, art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Nocturnal Insect Bioblitz ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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