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An emerald-green moth missing since 1875 just turned up alive in South Africa, thanks to everyday people with cameras. Twelve sightings posted online between 2020 and 2023 proved the stunning insect never went extinct.
Researchers in Hawaii just described 10 new moth species and 7 new genera, revealing how much we still don't know about the islands' incredible biodiversity. Some discoveries honor Hawaiian culture, while others highlight urgent conservation needs.
An Austrian researcher discovered a vibrant pink and yellow moth hiding in plain sight for 250 years, mistaken for a common species. He named the stunning Mediterranean moth after his wife to celebrate their 42nd wedding anniversary.
A critically endangered moth named after the Avatar films just won New Zealand's bug competition by a landslide. The tiny moth's big victory is shining a spotlight on conservation efforts to protect unique species.
A new exhibition in Cornwall showcases how moths evolved through pollution and back again, proving nature's remarkable resilience. Artist Sarah Gillespie captures these survival stories in stunning prints running through September.
Scientists discovered that female moths can actually hear plants crying out for help when they're stressed. This breakthrough reveals a hidden world where insects listen to ultrasonic plant sounds before choosing where to lay their eggs.
An entomologist's vacation curiosity about the worm in his mezcal bottle led to a discovery that could help protect an endangered agave plant and the rare moth species that depends on it. His DNA research revealed harvesting practices that threaten both creatures.
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Joshua trees across the Mojave Desert are flowering months ahead of schedule, and researchers are asking nature lovers to help solve the mystery. Your smartphone photos could help save these iconic desert plants and their tiny moth partners.
A damselfly unseen for 102 years and a rare moth once thought extinct have reappeared on Hawaiian islands where scientists had given up hope. The insects survived by adapting to habitats experts had written off as worthless. #
A curious entomologist DNA-tested the worms at the bottom of mezcal bottles and discovered they're rare moth larvae whose harvest threatens an endangered agave plant. His research could help save both species while keeping a beloved tradition alive.
Glasgow is transforming parks and schools into butterfly havens with 40 new wild spaces opening over the next two years. The £250,000 project aims to reverse declining butterfly and moth populations while connecting communities with nature.
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Scientists exploring one of Africa's least-studied regions discovered eight new dragonfly species, three grasshoppers, and 60 butterflies and moths previously unknown to science. The remote Angolan highlands feed some of Africa's most important river systems but remained a biological mystery for decades.
Scientists discovered that butterflies and moths separated by millions of years use identical genes to create similar warning patterns, revealing evolution follows surprisingly predictable paths. This breakthrough could help us understand how species will adapt to future climate changes.
Scientists just discovered that insects have been mimicking flowering plants for 99 million years—more than double what we previously thought. A tiny moth lacewing preserved in amber reveals nature's oldest masterclass in camouflage.
Volunteers across London are cultivating a threatened wildflower in their own homes to save one of the capital's rarest plants from extinction. The tower mustard herb, which supports bees, butterflies, and rare moths, now survives at only two London sites.
Scientists just proved what oaks have been quietly doing for centuries: feeding entire ecosystems. A nine-year study shows blue tits raise significantly more chicks when surrounded by native oak trees rather than decorative imports.
Over 20,000 Brits voted the peacock butterfly their favorite among 60 species, celebrating its eye-catching colors and garden-friendly presence. The poll comes as conservationists call for help tracking butterfly populations after last year's record low counts.
Wildlife volunteers in Hertfordshire discovered species that haven't been seen in the area for up to 25 years, including a glowing surprise. The comeback shows how conservation efforts and careful monitoring are helping nature bounce back.
Britain is experiencing its largest arrival of painted lady butterflies in 17 years, with millions of the orange beauties flying across the Channel. Perfect weather conditions in southern Europe created a once-in-a-decade migration spectacular.
A botanical garden in West Sussex discovered more bee species on its grounds than exist in all of Ireland. Scientists are using the breakthrough findings to help cities become safer havens for struggling pollinators.
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