They used acid to dissolve ancient rocks, leaving behind small fragments, including "perfectly preserved" scales that covered the wings of early moths and butterflies. "We found the microscopic ...

Spinning tails on the moths' wingtips scramble bats' echolocation signals to keep the moths from being eaten Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our ...

Moths can spin a silk cocoon to protect their pupae. Butterflies form a chrysalis. Butterflies fold their wings vertically above their backs, while moths hold theirs like a tent. Of course, there are ...