Mothing 101

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Mothing 101

A macro view of a luna moth's face, sitting on a green leaf; their head is tilted slightly to the side and they have fluffy yellow antennae

A rosy maple moth with pink and yellow fluffy wings sits on a piece of wood

National Moth Week starts this Saturday, July 19, and it's the perfect time to introduce your learners to mothing!

You might not spend much time thinking of moths, but there's a wide world of both impactful and absolutely beautiful species out there. Whether you're appreciating the astounding size and colors of a luna moth or gaining new insight into the importance of nocturnal pollinators (and also those moths who pollinate in the day!), you can learn a lot with just a white bed sheet, a black light, and a phone camera. 

Get started getting to know the incredible diversity in parks, schoolyards, and backyards near you with an easy-to-follow guide and videos from the National Moth Week website.