Picky eaters by day, buffet by night: Butterfly and moth diets sync to plant aromas

PHYSorg
Apr 4, 2025, 9:06 am181 pts
The scent of blooming flowers and fresh plant life is not just a perk of springtime; it is a key driver in the survival and evolution of butterflies and moths. New research led by scientists at Penn State reveals how the daily cycles of plant aromas are linked to the dietary habits and evolution of the winged…

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