Scientists who discovered a new species of alpine moth have used their findings to crack a 180-year-old mystery around the identification of another species of the insect. Two researchers from ...

'A moth is a butterfly suffering from poor public relations,’ an enthusiast once remarked and, although he was joking, he’s right — we celebrate our butterflies, but neglect our moths. Physiologically ...

For beginners, the Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland by Paul Waring and Martin Townsend is the easiest to use. For those branching out into micro-moths, the photographic guide ...

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Discover the microscopic dimensions of the smallest moths on the planet. With a wingspan of just 2.5 millimetres, the Stigmella maya is one of the most petite moths known to science. But just how ...

Moths are crucial for the survival of many bat, bird and other mammal species as they are an important part of the food chain. If you can attract moths into your garden, you'll also start to attract ...

Although moths are generally harmless, they can cause a bit of a nuisance. The insects can wreak havoc once they get into our homes and wardrobes by creating holes in our clothes and fabrics. A pest ...