A species of moth that was first described in 1818 was believed to be a single species. However, it has since been discovered that it is actually a complex of species, eight of which are found in ...

A strikingly handsome emerald-green moth, lost to science for nearly one-and-a-half centuries, has been rediscovered in South Africa by citizen scientists who posted photographs of it online. The moth ...

A South African moth last observed around the year 1875 was recently rediscovered thanks to citizen science, Mongabay reported. The moth, Drepanogynis insciata, is a vibrant leaf green with streaks of ...

Moths are anything but ordinary. Around the world, these insects have evolved colors, shapes, and behaviors that make them look unreal. Here are 15 moth species that redefine what these insects can be ...

NAIROBI—Looking for a good home: 4.2 million butterflies. Steve Collins started collecting butterflies at age 5 on his family’s coffee farm on the flanks of Mount Elgon. He’s 74 now, and racing ...

Red and black are nature’s way of saying, “Don’t mess with me.” The Cinnabar Moth wears its warning loud and proud. This moth is found throughout Europe and was introduced in North America for weed ...