Australian Bogong Moths Use Stars to Navigate 600 Miles
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC News
Researchers have discovered that bogong moths use stars, likely the Milky Way, to navigate during their long 600-mile migration, making them the first insects known to do so. The moths' ability was confirmed through experiments involving a flight simulator and neural measurements, revealing their reliance on stellar cues and possibly olfactory signals near caves. This finding could aid conservation efforts for this endangered species affected by environmental threats.