For many nocturnal moths, hearing sound waves is a matter of survival in the night sky. Their ability to detect ultrasonic calls emitted by bats determines whether they escape or become prey. This ...

The workings of the ultrasonic warning sounds produced by the wings of a species of moth have been revealed. The workings of the ultrasonic warning sounds produced by the wings of a species of moth ...

In a night sky filled with hungry bats, good-tasting moths increase their chances of survival by mimicking the sounds of their bad-tasting cousins, according to a new Wake Forest University study.

While a clear night sky might seem quiet and peaceful to us, empty of everything but stars, this nocturnal world is filled with a high-pitched cacophony of sound just beyond our ability to hear. Bats ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Under the darkness of night, bats use soundwaves to find moths to ...

The moth is an insect that’s almost 200 million years old. Throughout human history, its attraction to light, its amazing ability to camouflage, and its nocturnal activity have given rise to myths, ...

Yponomeuta tymbal—image of a tymbal showing row of microtymbals. Credit: Hernaldo Mendoza Nava The workings of the ultrasonic warning sounds produced by the wings of a species of moth have been ...