The central and South American genus Caligo has large round eyespots on their hindwings which resemble owl eyes - giving them their common name of owl butterflies. Some butterflies and moths have ...

It has four spots on its wings, perhaps to confuse predators who would love to take the large insect as their meal. “Despite the bigger size, Moon Moths also have an interesting life cycle,” said ...

The early fall flight usually has many more moths. The adults usually don’t survive winter. After mating, the females will lay eggs, which hatch into large green caterpillars with a single horn ...

Residents of western Haywood County and eastern Jackson County will have the chance to learn about the Spongy Moth ...