Virtually celebrate the annual arrival of the 400-million-year-old Atlantic Horseshoe Crab with this activity and information packed webinar. During full and new moons of May and June, females lay billions of eggs at the high tide line. At the same time, thousands of migrating shorebirds arrive to feed on the eggs, regaining the body weight they've lost during their long journey north. During this virtual festival you’ll see experts handle live horseshoe crabs and learn about their important ecological and medicinal values. You can also participate in our many family-friendly activities and expert talks. Hosted by New York City Audubon Society with the American Littoral Society, Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, New York Aquarium and Gateways National Recreation Area.

Please visit event web page here for more information. Webinar details will be emailed out prior to the program. Use #NYCHorseshoeFest to get in on the fun!

Program of events includes:

Live stream from Jamaica Bay with Horseshoe Crabs

Book Reading: Horseshoe Crab's Crown by Heather Feather

Build a Horseshoe Crab Activity courtesy of NJ Sea Grant Consortium

Red Knot Migration activity with New York Aquarium

Live Ask a Scientist Q+A

And More!

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