City of Moscow Participating in City Nature Challenge 2025 Palouse Region

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Moscow will participate in the City Nature Challenge 2025, focusing on global biodiversity and public involvement in documenting local species. The initiative encourages residents to observe and record various organisms, including bacteria, fungi, lichen, and seaweed, using the iNaturalist app. This event underscores the importance of biodiversity and environmental awareness in urban settings. Community engagement is a key aspect of the challenge, fostering a deeper connection between residents and their natural surroundings. The City Nature Challenge aims to inspire local action towards conservation and sustainability.

Participants will join others globally in documenting species over the challenge period. Scheduled to begin on April 28, 2025, the event promises to enhance local ecological knowledge. Moscow's involvement highlights its commitment to environmental education and public participation in scientific research.

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