Moths, the lesser-known relatives of butterflies, represent one of the largest animal groups in Ohio. Butterflies, which fly during the day and are easily seen, are much better known than their ...

The Luna moth is one of the most recognizable moths in the world. When the moth emerges from its cocoon, it bursts forth with fuzzy white legs and folded wings. At first glance, the moth appears much ...

Quick Take Comet moths, also called Madagascan moon moths, are large moths in the Saturniidae family. They are among the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For butterflies, distinguished wing markings can be great for ...

Claim to fame: The luna moth is one of the largest – and most eye-catching – of North America’s moths. Due to their nocturnal activities and short life spans (approximately a week), it’s a special ...

Camouflage is common in the animal kingdom, but blending in with the patterns, colors and textures of their surroundings won't help prey evade predators that hunt using echolocation. Researchers at ...

My Holy Grail of the Lepidoptera is a moth that outshines most of our more brilliant butterflies; the luna moth (Actias luna), a giant, pale-green Saturnid moth, the best known of the North American ...

I had a banner year in 2018, as I saw three luna moths at my house. As a seasoned horticulturist and wannabe naturalist, I’ve probably seen fewer than a dozen in my life. I would ask: How many have ...

"I have a little brown cocoon of an idea that may possibly expand into a magnificent moth of fulfilment," − Lucy Maud Montgomery Moths, the lesser-known relatives of butterflies, represent one of the ...