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National Moth Week ends July 27

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National Moth Week ends July 27

National Moth Week is a week long, global mothing event to promote the understanding and enjoyment of moths and to raise awareness about biodiversity. Click the more link for events in your area this weekend. Maybe you'll find and count a gorgeous Emperor Moth like this one photographed by Thomas Marent in Switzerland. It's eyespots are to deter predators approaching from behind. Notice hot the wing tips vaguely resemble a snake head, another deterrent aimed at hungry birds.