When the sun sets, it’s time to start mothing

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • June 27, 2020

When the sun sets, a host of beautiful nocturnal creatures comes to life, including moths of all shapes, colors, patterns and sizes. Some are iridescent. Others have long, feathery antennae or striped legs or showy wings. Fascinated by these nighttime flyers, naturalists around the world endeavor to learn more through a simple activity. And you can, too. Mothing. It’s like birding, but with moths.