25/07/2026
Its National Moth week and here just four of the beautiful moths we have found in Sahyadri Tiger Reserve!
Just four to highlight the number of vital gaps moths fill in Indian ecology!
🦋 One of the most important pollinators, especially for flowers that bloom at night.
🦋 Caterpillars help recycle plant matter and become food for countless other animals.
🦋 A vital food source for birds, bats, reptiles, amphibians, spiders, and small mammals.
🦋 Help maintain healthy ecosystems by supporting food webs at multiple levels.
🦋 Their presence is a sign of a healthy and biodiverse environment.
🦋 Many species have incredible camouflage and mimicry to avoid predators.
🦋 Outnumber butterflies by a huge margin, making up nearly 90% of all Lepidoptera species.
🦋 Face growing threats from artificial lights, pesticide use, and habitat loss, making their conservation more important than ever.
