The European Researchers' Night programme will include a BioBlitz that aims to record as many species as possible by citizens and scientists, leading to the collection of useful data for science and nature conservation, in a relaxed and fun environment.

Come explore downtown Coimbra with the BioBlitz of the European Researchers' Night 2022.

Date: 30th September

Local: Dr. Manuel Braga Park and Green Park

Meeting point: Point 2 of the Science Route, Pastelaria Briosa, Largo da Portagem

Time: 1st Departure: 17h30 2nd Departure: 18h30

Researchers involved and their research areas:

  • Fungi: Susana Gonçalves and Susana Cunha, MyCoLAB, CFE
  • Birds: Pedro Lopes, CFE
  • Plant species: Filipe Covelo and Joaquim Santos, Herbarium
  • Riparian species: Verónica Ferreira, MARE

Don't forget to bring:

  • Mobile phone with the iNaturalist app
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Willingness to explore