When the sun goes down, the moths come out at Quinta Mazatlan. Join them for a special glimpse into the world of nocturnal insects on July 23 from 9 p.m. to midnight.

A dimly lit trail will guide the guests through the Thorn Forest trails at Quinta Mazatlan to special Mothing Stations with knowledgeable naturalists. Guests should expect to see spiders, scorpions, frogs, toads, beetles and more.

McAllen’s Urban Ecologist John Brush shares, “We are celebrating National Moth Week in the park. There are over 10,000 species of moths in the United States and Canada, with over 100,000 worldwide.  Moths are the unseen pollinators of the night, playing a huge role in helping plants reproduce and being important parts in food webs of many terrestrial ecosystems.”

Wear comfortable and protective outdoor clothing. Quinta Mazatlan recommends long pants and flat closed-toe walking shoes. They also ask guests to bring their own flashlights, and prepare for biting insects by spraying before coming

Guests are asked to remain on the walking trail and to be aware of their footing, as forest areas will be dark.

Quinta Mazatlan recommends patrons buy tickets in advance online. Admission is $5.

For more information, call Quinta Mazatlan.