Butterflies and moths are among the most visually captivating insects on the planet. From transparent wings to brilliant iridescent hues, their striking appearances and remarkable adaptations offer a ...

To celebrate National Moth Week, bask in the beautiful variety of these oft-overlooked insects Shi En Kim; Photographs by Carla Rhodes | Reporter When the night falls and most people start to turn in, ...

From ancient Irish folklore to remarkable migrations and clever survival tricks, discover the butterflies that brighten ...

As moths get the Royal Mail stamp of approval, we celebrate the ten special species they’ve chosen to spotlight.

These shots from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest show just why butterflies have floated into our hearts Smithsonian Photo Contest Galleries Photographs selected by Quentin Nardi Text by Tracy ...

The importance of moth caterpillars for common garden birds has been revealed in a new study. Researchers have found that years when moth numbers were up resulted in increased population growth for ...

It’s not news that insects and other invertebrates are essential to the ongoing survival of many bird species, but not all ‘bugs’ are created equal. For example, some birds rely on specific species of ...

Which butterfly boasts India's most dazzling wings? Featuring shimmering, iridescent aquamarine bands that change shade in the sunlight, this spectacular species is a true crown jewel of the Western ...

Researchers found that years when moth numbers were up resulted in increased population growth for the blue tit. The importance of moth caterpillars for common garden birds has been revealed in a new ...

The importance of moth caterpillars for common garden birds has been revealed in a new study. Researchers found that years when moth numbers were up resulted in increased population growth for the ...