The notion of species may underpin almost every aspect of biology, yet scientists can't agree on a single definition. Time ...

Many people ask what the difference is between butterflies and moths, but the answer is not as straightforward as most would ...

European Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths), with a currently known inventory of approximately 11, 000 species, are generally considered well-researched. However, a new genus and species from the ...

The discovery of a new forester moth species in Karnataka’s Kali Tiger Reserve highlights the hidden biodiversity living ...

New moth genus Antaram idukki discovered in Kerala's Idukki underscores the urgent need to conserve Western Ghats' rich biodiversity.

Researchers have identified *Antaram idukki*, a new tiger moth genus and species, in Kerala's Idukki district, emphasizing ...

Hawk moths are known for being some of the largest night fliers in the insect world. With wingspans of more than four inches, many species are big enough to comfortably fill the palm of your hand.

Ohio’s moth fauna is incredibly diverse. At least 2,000 species have been documented, and scores of others await discovery. I once heard an expert on “micro-moths” say that if we could find all of ...