Butterfly and moth wings can be stunningly beautiful. More importantly, some have colourful and elaborate patterns that serve as a defence against hungry predators. There are many butterfly and moth ...

Moths and butterflies belong to the same insect order, the Lepidoptera. This category encompasses over 180,000 species. The butterfly and moth have their behavioral and physical differences.

What’s the difference between moths and butterflies, in evolutionary terms? — David Hayes | Baltimore, Maryland Night and day—literally. Most moths are nocturnal; butterflies are essentially ...