When night falls in Mexico City, some winged inhabitants take over the night sky: bats.
Their presence has caused intrigue and amazement among the people of Mexico City, so much so that the Ministry of the Environment (Sedema) and the General Directorate of Coordination of Environmental Policies and Culture (DGCPCA) are organizing the unmissable “Bat Nights.”
This Saturday, January 25, get ready to enjoy activities for all ages, including a tour in contact with nature where you will explore the fascinating ecosystem of bats.
The plan is designed to help you leave myths and fear behind, and reconcile yourself with these allies of nature. In addition, the activities seek to raise awareness about the challenges bats face in the midst of an increasingly urbanized city.
There will be a bat night in Mexico City
The Ministry of the Environment and the DGCPCA invite citizens to participate in a nocturnal educational experience in contact with nature, through the “Bat Nights” tour.
This event is held with the purpose of highlighting the relevance of bats in ecosystems.
In addition, various activities will be carried out so that both adults and children can learn more about this species and contribute to its protection.
Are there bats in Mexico City?
The answer is yes. In Mexico City, 23 species of bats have been identified, according to the Ministry of the Environment.
For this reason, the agency seeks to improve coexistence between the city’s inhabitants and these mammals, in addition to reducing the main challenges they face to survive in an increasingly urbanized environment.
Bat Night Activities in Mexico City
During the night sessions, cultural activities will be offered, including a field trip to learn about this species that inhabits the city’s night skies. Here’s what you can enjoy during Bat Night:
Radar tour
Informative workshops
Pollinator games
Projections on the topic for people of all ages
It is worth remembering that these activities seek to highlight the importance of bats in the ecosystem.
Where and at what time is Bat Night in Mexico City?
Save the following date on your calendar to go to Bat Night in Mexico City: Saturday, January 25, 2025.
The appointment is at the Acuexcomatl Environmental Culture Center, located at Año de Juárez 1900, San Luis Tlaxialtemalco, in the Xochimilco municipality. From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Remember that this activity costs $17 pesos per person.
This is how you can contribute to bat sightings in Mexico City
To help with the registration of bats in Mexico City, fill out the form from the Terrestrial Vertebrate Ecology and Conservation Laboratory, from the Nocturnal Neighbors project, at UNAM. In this way, you will contribute to registering their current distribution in the capital.
You must enter the following data in the form for Bat and Ringtail Sightings in Mexico City:
Photo or video
Coordinates
Observations
Type of registration
Municipality where you saw it
Date of observation
Night of bats
When: Saturday, January 25
Hours: From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Acuexcomatl Environmental Culture Center, Xochimilco municipality
Admission: $17 per person
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