
02/04/2025
The Forgotten Pollinators: How Moths Work at Night 🦋🌙
"You think of bees, but who pollinates after dark?"
🌙 Bees get all the credit, but moths are secret nighttime pollinators!
🔎 What makes moths special?
🌸 They pollinate night-blooming flowers like jasmine & evening primrose.
🌕 They fly when bees rest, keeping pollination going 24/7.
🦋 Some species travel hundreds of miles, spreading pollen.
⚠️ Why they’re in danger:
🚦 Streetlights disrupt their navigation.
🌾 Pesticides kill them before they can pollinate.
🌸 Fewer nectar sources in cities = less food.
🌿 How to help moths thrive:
✔️ Plant native night-blooming flowers.
✔️ Use warm-colored outdoor lights (less disruptive).
✔️ Avoid pesticides—healthy gardens = healthy moths!
🦋 Moths may not be as cute as bees, but they’re just as important!