Moths often live in the shadow of their flashier cousins, the butterflies, but the many types of moths are surprisingly diverse and intriguing.

With over 160,000 moth species worldwide, they pollinate plants, feed ecosystems, and even signal environmental changes.

1. Luna Moth (Actias luna)

This striking green moth is native to eastern North America. Luna moths have large wings and long tails, but no mouth parts in the adult stage, meaning they live only a few days to a week. Their larvae eat a variety of plant species, including hickory and walnut trees.

2. Atlas Moths and Comet Moths

Among the largest moths in the world, the Atlas moth of Southeast Asia and the comet moth of Madagascar both flaunt massive wings and vibrant colors.

The Madagascan sunset moth, known for its iride

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