Spotted in the UK, this moth hovers like a hummingbird and hums as it feeds

For many gardeners, spotting a hummingbird hawk moth is good news. In the U.K., sightings of these moths are commonly tied to ...
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UK moths: Nine of the most colourful and distinctive

Moths are often unfairly thought of as butterflies' drab cousins. But there are lots of wonderfully colourful species and plenty with dramatic patterns, including in the UK. Whether you are a seasoned ...
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How to tell the difference between moths and butterflies

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

We've Been Undercounting the Insects. There May Be Three Times as Many Species as We Knew

A study in Costa Rica has big implications for extinction and conservation.
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UK's largest moth discovered at Sussex nature reserve

The UK’s largest resident species of moth has been spotted in Benfield Hill Nature Reserve.
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Three ways climate change is pushing butterflies and moths to their limits

In any competition, there are winners and losers. In the race to adjust to a changing climate, some butterflies seem to be doing well. But others, less so. This uplifting news is masking the plight of ...