28 Feb Moth Photography | Feb 2026

Welcome to Moth Photography

Volupial Pyrausta, a Moth, about 0.5-in (1.2-cm) long

Moth photography stands alone as a neglected, even odd, art form.

Certainly, few people would want to admit that they took photos of moths. Imagine making such an announcement at a party.

That’s because moths, unfortunately, have a bad reputation.

Now let’s be kind.

Moths belong to the same Order as butterflies (Lepidoptera).

Thus, they have much in common: They are important pollinators as well as valuable contributors to Nature.

They also come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes.

So there is a moth for everyone.

Now to be candid, taking photos of moths can be difficult.

First, most of them work the night shift (when it’s dark). And then as with any insect, they can be uncooperative.

For example, the moth in the photo below prefers to land on the underside of a leaf.

So finding one can be a challenge.

Inornate Pyrausta, a Moth, about 0.5-in (1.2-cm) long

Of course, there are larger moths, such as shown in the two photos below.

Both of them helped by landing on either a wall or a window screen.

Notice the complexity and variety of colors on them.

Somber Carpet Moth, 1-in (2.5-cm) wingspan

Black Witch Moth, 4.7-in (12-cm) wingspan

This brings us to a challenge. I invite you to take photos of moths.

Doing this could even advance your photo skills.

Imagine: Taking photos of a flying Sphinx Moth could help you take photos of flying hummingbirds.

Sphinx Moth

If you accept this challenge, then you can begin your day by asking the famous question, “Where is a moth when you need one?”

Much success,

Steve Kaye

PS > National Moth Week will be celebrated from July 18 – 26, 2026.

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Did You Know?

The most effective way to help birds is to buy land.

Here are three organizations that excel at doing this.

1) American Bird Conservancy

2) The Nature Conservancy

3) The Trust for Public Land

Please visit their web sites to learn about the work they do.

Here’s an excellent book: The American Bird Conservancy Guide to Bird Conservation

You can help – Please share this blog with others.

Inspiring Respect for Nature, one bird at a time.

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