Eltham copper butterfly larvae count

Each year, our Bush Crew conducts annual Eltham Copper Butterfly larvae counts as part of their ongoing responsibility to monitor this population of endangered invertebrates and would like volunteer help to survey on of the populations in Greensborough.

With the increasing threat of urbanisation, it is more critical than ever to record population numbers of threatened indiginous species. Guided by our passionate Bushland staff, we will be setting out under torch light to locate and record the larvae of this unique species.

Larvae counts are conducted in the dark as this is when they emerge to feed on the sweet bursaria leaves. This is an opportunity for the community to help a significant species for the area and contribute to ongoing understanding of this important population.

What to bring

Please wear enclosed footwear and bring a torch or headlamp and weather appropriate clothing.

This event will not be held on high wind or rainy nights. You will be notified of a cancelation in this case well in advance of the event.

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