BioBlitz at the Botanical Garden!
Join the experts in the BioBlitz during Flower Power Day on Saturday May 25th from 11am to 3pm! Everyone is welcome to join and learn how to identify plants, lichens, birds, and insects.
What happens during the BioBlitz?
In the Botanical Garden BioBlitz, we will be working alongside researchers and students from the biology department at Lund University. Our goal is to identify as many of the native Swedish species in the garden as possible – within a limited time! All species data collected will be uploaded to SLU Artportalen. This is not only an opportunity for us to learn about the biodiversity in the garden, but for everyone to learn a bit about identifying species!
Here’s how it works:
You can choose which species group you are interested in, such as flowering plants, lichens, birds, and insects, and we will assign you to a team. Any experience level is welcome, as the experts from the university will be in every group to teach you about species identification! You can join for any amount of time, in case you want to check out the other Flower Power exhibits. Please remember to take care of the Botanical garden and don't pick or damage any plants!
Signing up early is preferred, so we can make sure we have enough group leaders. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/pNG2nQLBpqMPHmm58
FAQ:
Q: When does the BioBlitz start?
A: The BioBlitz will be ongoing from 11-15, and you are free to join at any time. Walk-ups are welcome, but sign-ups help us plan even better!
Q: Do I need to sign up?
A: No you don't, but signing up helps us make sure we have enough group leaders.
Do I need to have knowledge about plants or animals to participate?
A: No you don't, anyone is welcome to join.
Q: Are kids welcome to join?
A: Yes, kids are very welcome to participate under the supervision of a parent or other adult (not the group leader).
Q: Do I need to participate the whole day?
A: No, you can join for any amount of time.
Q: Do I need to bring my own hand lens or binoculars?
A: You are welcome to do that, but it is not a requirement.
Q: The plants already have name labels?
A: Cultivated and labelled plants are not part of the BioBlitz.
If you have any other questions you are welcome to contact Eliza Hayse, organizer of the BioBlitz and MSc candidate at Lund University: el5862ha-s [at] student [dot] lu [dot] se (el5862ha-s[at]student[dot]lu[dot]se)
If you have any concerns about Artportalen please contact Julia Borg, curator at the Botanical Garden: agneta_julia [dot] borg [at] botan [dot] lu [dot] se (agneta_julia[dot]borg[at]botan[dot]lu[dot]se)