Meet the Atlas Moth We spotted two separate Atlas moths on different occasions in the carpark at our old house.
One was on daddy's car! The other (below) was on a wall. It was amazing because it is so big!
The moth is said to be the largest moth in the world. It originates in Indonesia.
It is called the Atlas moth because of the map-like patterns on its wings. It lives for about 2 weeks and is nocturnal. The Atlas moth lays its eggs on the Sea Poison Tree.(research by mum, haha!)
I felt really fortunate to be able see the moth close up!
****** Question: How do you tell the difference between a moth and a butterfly? ******
My mum's friend who is a science teacher says it is incorrect to think that all moths spread out their wings whereas butterflies fold their wings. She says that moths have feathery antennae whereas butterflies don't.
Mum says there are often exceptions in nature, just like English grammar! God is unpredictable....
My mum's friend who is a science teacher says it is incorrect to think that all moths spread out their wings whereas butterflies fold their wings. She says that moths have feathery antennae whereas butterflies don't.
Mum says there are often exceptions in nature, just like English grammar! God is unpredictable....
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