Popular Science
Popular Science: Scientists Color Silk by Feeding Silkworms Fabric Dyes
Account of experiments scientists are performing to get silkworms to produce colored silk.
BBC
Bbc Nature: Woolly Bear Moths
It is not surprising that this family of moths is commonly called woolly bears or woolly worms, as the caterpillars of many species are really very hairy. The larvae can be full of poisonous chemicals acquired from their host plants,...
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Moth (Gynnidomorpha Alisman)
Investigate the world of the Moth and discover information on the appearance, habitat, behaviour, and diet of this nocturnal animal. Includes images and statistics.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Puss Moth (Cerura Vinula )
Provides photographs and a fact card about the puss moth. Discusses where they are found, physical characteristics, habitat, features of the puss moth caterpillar, diet, predators, metamorphosis, and threats to its population.
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum: Insects and Spiders
As an online exhibit from the Natural History Museum, this site examines many different subtopics stemming from a study on both insects and spiders. Several of the subtopics include spider bites, bumblebees, moths, edible insects,...
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Cecropia Moth
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Cecropia Moth. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Is It a Moth or a Butterfly?
During this lesson, students will explore the differences and similarities between a moth's life and a butterfly's life. Students will be given the opportunity to improve upon their note-taking skills during a virtual museum tour....
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Clear Wing Moths
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Clear-wing Moths (Sesiidae), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this family and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky: Get This Bug Off Me
This informative site distinguishes harmful from nonharmful insects. Pictures supplement the text.
University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky: Bug Fun
This fun site is designed for teachers who want to have interactive fun in the classroom. "Several articles give resources and basic information about insects and their relatives while others outline activities with different insect...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Bagworm Moths
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Bagworm Moths (Psychidae), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this family and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Cecropia Moth
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Cecropia Moths (Hyalophora cecropia), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Codling Moth
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Codling Moths (Cydia pomonella), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be found...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Luna Moth
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Luna Moths (Actias luna), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Polyphemus Moth
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Polyphemus Moths (Antheraea polyphemus), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also...
National Pest Managment Association
Pest World for Kids: Moths
Detailed resource guide for learning facts about moths focusing on diet, habitat, impact, and prevention. Concentration is on the Indian Meal Moth.
Unique Australian Animals
Unique Australian Animals: Bogong Moths
This personal page from the Unique Australian Animals offers a nice description of the Bogong Moth along with some very detailed images.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Diamond Backed Moth
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Diamond-backed Moths (Plutella xylostella), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can...