2007-02-06 16:48:12 · 5 answers · asked by Peach P 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
Moths have their mouth parts modified into a long straw-like tube known as a proboscis. This long tube allows them to reach right down into the heart of flowers in order to retrieve the nectar within. The proboscis is kept rolled up when it is not in use, but will stretch out when the moth is feeding, Its really cool.
here is a picture of one:
http://bugguide.net/node/view/13636
You can see the dark slightly curved part of the head reaching into the flower, that is their mouth.
Hope this helps!
2007-02-07 12:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually depends on the species, some moths only eat while in their juvenile(caterpillar) stage.
Wow... an entomologist and he didn't even back up my claim that some adults do not feed. Must not of heard of the Tineidae, Psychidae, or Tortricidae families of moths. :(
2007-02-06 17:03:42 · answer #2 · answered by Chester p 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yes, it is called a proboscis. It's just basically a long tube used to feed on nectar from flowers.
2007-02-06 17:03:09 · answer #3 · answered by kz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Duhhhhhh! How else do moths eat your clothing?
2007-02-06 16:56:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes... but it's more like a tubey~tongue thingie
2007-02-06 17:35:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋