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    NC Moth Week

    Part of National Moth Week — discover the nighttime world of moths across North Carolina.

    Community ScienceAll agesAnywhere in NC

    Saturday, July 18 – Sunday, July 26, 2026

    Free to participate — observations due to iNaturalist by August 16

    Discover the wild side of the night

    The 2026 NC Moth Week is part of National Moth Week and takes place Saturday, July 18 through Sunday, July 26. You can participate anywhere in North Carolina — from your backyard to a state park.

    Turn on a light, take photos of the moths that arrive and submit your observations through the iNaturalist app to contribute to our statewide community-science effort.

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    How to Participate

    STEP 1

    Find a Spot

    Pick a place you can safely visit at night between July 18 and July 26.

    STEP 2

    Turn On a Light

    Any light works — a UV/LED bulb attracts even more species.

    STEP 3

    Take Photos

    Snap as many moth species as you can with iNaturalist or a camera.

    STEP 4

    Upload by Aug 16

    Submit observations to iNaturalist by August 16 to count toward NC Moth Week.

    Earn the NC Moth Week Reward

    Earn a custom embroidered badge or high-quality glow-in-the-dark vinyl sticker by participating! Two easy steps:

    1. Find and photograph 10 moths of any species in North Carolina July 18 – 26 and upload them to iNaturalist by August 16.
    2. Report your participation by August 16 and claim your reward.
    CLAIM YOUR REWARD

    Find a Local Event

    You can get involved in NC Moth Week anywhere in the state. Participate on your own or join one of the many in-person and virtual programs offered by the Science Across NC collaborative.

    FIND A PROGRAM NEAR YOU

    Ready to Light Up the Night?

    Grab your phone, flip on a porch light and help document the moths of North Carolina.

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