Post by bartcoppens on Sept 30, 2021 10:08:39 GMT -8
Dear users of Insectnet;
Today I would value the opinion of experienced entomologists and moth trappers.
You see; a dream of mine ALMOST came true.
Finally I have enough funds to be able to moth trap in the Amazon rainforest!
Initially I wanted to go the "Amazon Nature Lodge" in French Guyane. Link: www.amazonenature.com/
But unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions this is not possible right now. French Guyane is essentially closed for non-essential travel.
In conclusion, I must look for a "Plan B".
My question is:
Does anyone have recommendations for nature lodges in other countries that accomodate moth trapping, preferably in the Amazon rainforest?
Background information:
1. I will be travelling alone. Therefore, I prefer places that have their own moth trapping equipment. It would be more difficult for me to arrange my own equipment.
2. I've considered other parts of the world too, but seeing the Amazon is a huge dream of mine.
3. Yes, I am double vaccinated!
4. Being able to legally collect specimens is a huge bonus. But it's not absolutely necessary. I'm also happy with just photographing and filming.
5. I have basic experience with international travel (but not a huge amount, I'm somewhat young [28]).
This is a shot in the dark - I imagine there is a very limited amount of places where a single individual can book a trip and moth trap. It's one of the more rare forms of ecotourism. But this forum probably has some experienced entomologists.
My other option is to wait for travel restrictions to dissapear in French Guyane, but I fear this may take a long time with some bad luck.
Thank you and regards;
Bart Coppens
Today I would value the opinion of experienced entomologists and moth trappers.
You see; a dream of mine ALMOST came true.
Finally I have enough funds to be able to moth trap in the Amazon rainforest!
Initially I wanted to go the "Amazon Nature Lodge" in French Guyane. Link: www.amazonenature.com/
But unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions this is not possible right now. French Guyane is essentially closed for non-essential travel.
In conclusion, I must look for a "Plan B".
My question is:
Does anyone have recommendations for nature lodges in other countries that accomodate moth trapping, preferably in the Amazon rainforest?
Background information:
1. I will be travelling alone. Therefore, I prefer places that have their own moth trapping equipment. It would be more difficult for me to arrange my own equipment.
2. I've considered other parts of the world too, but seeing the Amazon is a huge dream of mine.
3. Yes, I am double vaccinated!
4. Being able to legally collect specimens is a huge bonus. But it's not absolutely necessary. I'm also happy with just photographing and filming.
5. I have basic experience with international travel (but not a huge amount, I'm somewhat young [28]).
This is a shot in the dark - I imagine there is a very limited amount of places where a single individual can book a trip and moth trap. It's one of the more rare forms of ecotourism. But this forum probably has some experienced entomologists.
My other option is to wait for travel restrictions to dissapear in French Guyane, but I fear this may take a long time with some bad luck.
Thank you and regards;
Bart Coppens
