The following is an excerpt of Moths: A Complete Guide To Biology And Behavior by David Lees and Alberto Zilli. The potentially fatal lure of the moth to the flame has long been a scientific mystery.

We’ve all heard the common expression “drawn like a moth to a flame,” and seen these nighttime fliers circling round artificial light sources. But what causes this behavior? Is it harmful to moths?

We all love the way butterflies lure us into the garden by day, but the magic doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down. Along with butterflies, moths belong to the order lepidoptera. When the light ...

Over time researchers have found fewer of the insects turning up in light traps, suggesting they may be less attracted to some kinds of light than they once were. By Veronique Greenwood It used to be ...

Think moths are nothing more than drab, little brown fliers stalking your wool sweaters? The folks behind National Moth Week, happening now, want to change that perception. Rutgers University moth ...

Anyone who’s ever sat near a street light or porch light on a summer evening has seen the effect that light has on moths—they love it! You can use this use this behavior to easily observe night-flying ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. An international team of scientists believe they have finally ...