How Tracking Moth Species Could Help Protect Packaged Food
It’s no secret that moths can be a nuisance, especially when they start to damage our belongings. But did you know that the species of moth that invades our homes could be an indicator of how well we are protecting our environment?
A team of researchers from the UK has recently developed a method to track and identify the species of moths that invade our homes. They believe that tracking moth species can help us understand the impact of environmental destruction on the ecosystem. According to the researchers, if the same species of moths are found in packaged goods, then it is likely that their natural habitats have been destroyed. This could be an indication of how our activities are impacting the environment and the species that live there.
The researchers are hopeful that this new method will help us understand the effect of environmental destruction on moth species and ultimately, the ecosystem as a whole.
source: Phys.org