Friday, February 1, 2008

Moths or butterflies?


There are several ways to tell the difference between moths and butterflies. These "rules" don't apply to ALL situations, but are just a general guideline. Moths typically fly at night and butterflies during the day. Moths tend to have drab colors, usually shades of brown and gray, but again, there are some vividly-colored moths. Moths make cocoons and butterflies make chrysalises. Moths have feathery antennae while butterflies have "clubs" on the ends of their antennae. Moths usually have thick bodies, while most butterflies' bodies are slim. Moths rest with their wings outstretched and butterflies with their wings closed over their bodies. And, at special events, people release butterflies, not moths! The photo is of a Luna Moth.

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