Year 8 Science 

Bogong Moths: Annoying Anyone Else?

 Fascinating Year 8! 

While the rest of the world seems to be fed up with the swarm of Bogong moths taking over everything, our Year 8 students are absolutely loving them! 

Our budding scientists are continuing to check the moth traps, record their findings and report their data as part of *Bogong Watch*. Who knew a moth invasion could be so educational? 

But Bogong moths are more than just a nuisance around the lights! They play an important role in Australian ecosystems, providing a valuable food source for animals such as the critically endangered mountain pygmy possum. Their remarkable migrations also make them an important species to monitor as we learn more about the effects of changing environmental conditions.

By taking part in *citizen science*, our students are contributing real observations that can help scientists better understand these fascinating insects and their movements. It’s a fantastic way to see how everyday observations can contribute to real scientific research! 

A huge thank you to *DeadlyScience* for facilitating our participation in Bogong Watch and helping our students get involved in meaningful, hands-on science. 

Who needs to escape the moths when you can turn them into a science lesson?

Mrs Christine Rivero 

Science Teacher