La Nuit de la Pep'

The Parc de la Pépinière goes dark to reveal the secrets of its nightlife.
As part of the Mercredis de la Pép' program, the City of Nancy invites you to La Nuit de la Pép'. Let us guide you through the darkened alleys of the Parc de la Pépinière to meet the discreet and fascinating fauna that awakens when the sun goes down.

A rich and varied program

Let yourself be carried away by the mysterious atmosphere of the night, guided by passionate specialists:

Listen to the sounds that awaken when daylight fades
Observe nocturnal butterflies and bats
Look up at the stars
Relax to the sound of black flycatchers
Discover the birds of the night and the secrets of nocturnal biodiversity
Throughout the evening, seven themed areas and numerous activities await you:

FLORE 54: Raise awareness of light and noise pollution, and their effects on nocturnal biodiversity. Try out a sound level meter, test your knowledge with a quiz, and leave with a flyer to help you better understand how to protect nocturnal fauna.
ANPCEN (Association nationale pour la protection du ciel et de l'environnement nocturnes): Discover how to reduce light pollution and admire starry skies. Presentation of the "Villes et Villages étoilés" competition.
Entomo.logic: Learn how to observe moths, differentiate between them and understand their essential role in nature.
CPEPESC Lorraine: Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bats, listen to their ultrasound and discover how they move and feed in the dark.
Société Lorraine d'Astronomie: Let yourself be guided through the constellations, observe the planets and benefit from clear explanations to understand the summer sky.
OPNA (Observation Protection Nature Amphibiens): Enjoy a relaxing siesta amidst the songs of amphibians, and discover the secret life of these discreet animals.
LPO 54 (Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux): Discover nocturnal birds of prey and other birds that inhabit our nights, learn to recognize them and preserve their habitats.
Nature on your doorstep: Take a guided stroll through the park at dusk, to observe nature at work.
Didier & Teddy Bracard: Explore wildlife photography, with tips and tricks for immortalizing nocturnal fauna.

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