National Moth Week (NMW) is a celebration of moths and biodiversity.
Why moths? With more than 10,000 species in North America alone, moths offer endless options for study, education, photography, and fun. Moths can be found everywhere from inner cities and suburban backyards, to the most wild and remote places. The diversity of moths is simply astounding. Their colors and patterns range from bright and dazzling, to so cryptic that they define camouflage. Moth shapes and sizes span the gamut, with some as small as a pinhead and others as large as a hand. Most moths are nocturnal and need to be sought at night to be seen, but others fly like butterflies during the day. Finding moths can be as simple as leaving a porch light on and checking it after dark. Serious moth aficionados use special lights and baits to attract them. Popular interest in moths is rapidly growing, as noted by recent publications and web-based resources. The new Peterson Field Guide to the Moths by David Beadle and Seabrooke Leckie, moth caterpillar guides by David Wagner, and a vast number of moth-oriented Internet resources such as the “Moth Photographers Group” and “BugGuide” are just some examples of moth’s growing popularity. Moths are also featured widely in literature and art providing a different angle for enjoyment and study. “Moth Nights” are often held by nature groups, and provide an opportunity for either an introduction to the creatures, or a venue for more serious pursuits.
First National Moth Week – July 23-29, 2012
National Moth Week brings together everyone interested in moths to celebrate these amazing insects. This summer, groups and individuals from all the across the country will spend some time during National Moth Week looking for moths and sharing what they’ve found. Getting involved during National Moth Week is easy: attend a National Moth Night event, start an event, join friends and neighbors to check porch lights from time to time, set up a light and see what is in your own backyard, or read literature about moths, etc.
But no matter what, participate; the richness of moths is sure to fascinate.
National Moth Week: Exploring Nighttime Nature.
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Check out the map on the Locations page to find NMW events in your area
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Register a NMW event of your own!
Video: Moth Night Event
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How you can help NMW:
Partners are organizations who work with NMW on data collecting and promotion.
Sponsors are companies and individuals who donate to NMW (funds, books, equipment, etc.)
Supporters are individuals and organizations who take part in promoting NMW through their publications, blogs, websites etc.
Interested in collaborating with NMW? Contact us.
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