Citizen Science: the collection and analysis of data relating to the natural world by members of the general public, typically as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists. Dictionary.com

Spring marks the start of the Bogong Moth migration as they move east from inland areas of South Queensland through to South Australia across to Alpine regions of the Great Dividing Range. The Mid Lachlan Region sits within their migratorary root and as such, it’s possible you might see some of these beauties, especially if you’re out camping of an evening. If you are lucky enough to be visited by the moths, take a moment to note your sighting on the Bogong Moth Tracking website. In doing that, you’ll be participating in a Citizen Science monitoring and mapping experiment to protect not just these beautiful moths but also the Mountains Pygmy Possom that depends on them for food. You’ll also be playing your part to ensure the human relationship to this migrationary event continues to connect us to country for years to come.

The Bogong Moth migration holds great importance for many Aboriginal people encompassing the Bundian way, a 365km pathway from the South Eastern coast of Australia to the highest point in Australia, Targangal (Mount Kosciuszko). I found the book below while visiting the Snowy Mountains and found it a beautifully inspiring read & a great way to really feel the importance of this migratory event.