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?

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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 ...

(WHTM) — Picture this: You are outside enjoying a summer evening on your patio. You have string lights around you and are enjoying the beautiful weather. But as soon as you turn those lights on, you ...

Light pollution is more serious than expected: Moths not only lose their orientation directly under street lamps. Their flight behaviour is also disturbed outside the cone of light. The increasing use ...

Scientists have discovered that city-dwelling moths may be more savvy than their country counterparts when it comes to avoiding artificial light sources. According to a recent study published in ...