“…and today we’re talking about a bug that dances by the light of the moon. But more on that later.”
It’s time to dive into the dark, daring, and downright dazzling world of the Bogong moth! This unassuming little night-flyer might look like a dusty brown speck, but it’s got a secret superpower that’ll make you rethink everything you know about moths. A tiny, winged wanderer, weaving through the Australian night, chasing celestial clues like a cosmic cowboy on a midnight cattle drive. This moth’s got more navigational know-how than your average bug, and it’s ready to go a wild ride through the skies. So, grab your telescope and join us as we unravel the mystery of the Bogong moth here in Life, Death, and Taxonomy.