Two new species of lichen moths discovered in India
NewsBytes | March 11, 2026 5:40 PM CST
The team used wing patterns and body features to differentiate
A team of ZSI scientists, including Navneet Singh, Santosh Singh, and Srishti Bhattacharya, used details like wing patterns and tiny body features to spot the differences.
Pretty cool detective work for moths!
These caterpillars feed on lichens that are sensitive to pollution, so finding them can actually help track air quality in these biodiversity hotspots.
Plus, the research added seven other lichen moths as first records for India, helping scientists better understand our unique ecosystems.
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