Tag: moths
Hickory Horned Devils: Gentle giants of our deciduous forests
Despite its fierce name and massive size, the hickory horned devil is a harmless caterpillar that lives high in the forest canopy. Discover the fascinating life cycle of this gentle giant and its incredible transformation into the royal walnut moth, North America's heaviest moth.
Nighttime porch lights hurt moths
Stark SWCD District outreach coordinator Elaine Bast outlines the impacts porch lights have on moths, throwing off their ability to navigate.
The luna moth: Mother Nature’s masterpiece
The luna moth's soft, dreamy appearance features a snow-white body, pale green wings and startling eyespots and unique tails that keep it safe.
They fly in June, crawl in September
Tami Gingrich details the unique lifecycles of moths, highlighting the largest and most beautiful species in North America.
