why are moths attacked to light?

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2006-11-01 10:51:41 · 3 answers · asked by justcurious 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology

They orient to navigate by moon light or sunlight, so when you have lights out they are drawn to them in a disoriented fashion.

2006-11-01 10:54:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

it's not "attacked," it's "attracted."

think it's for warmth, especially since they are nocturnal. same as some kinds of flying ants :)

2006-11-01 14:17:59 · answer #2 · answered by wat_more_can_i_say? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋

they are blind and go to light sorces

2006-11-01 10:53:29 · answer #3 · answered by Teagan 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋