
Make your own Moon Meadow with our FREE guide!
Moths are a vital part of the ecosystem, but they are threatened by light pollution. Discover how you can create a Moon Meadow at home and in your local area and help our night-time pollinators thrive.
Find out how you can dim the dangers of light pollution for our moths by creating a Moon Meadow.
A Moon Meadow is a green space or planted area such as a pot which is filled with plants which benefit our night-time pollinators like moths, with an additional secret ingredient – the moon!
Light pollution is the excessive use of outdoor Artificial Light At Night – often referred to as ALAN. It includes direct lighting from artificial light sources and the resulting skyglow. Light pollution is not just bad for stargazers, it’s harmful to our health and that of our wildlife, including insects, mammals and the ecosystems they are a part of.
Most of the UK’s moth species are nocturnal and fly at night. Some moths are naturally drawn to sources of light, but artificial lights can disorient them. They may spend a lot of time travelling to artificial lights or circling them, leaving them too exhausted to find food or to breed.
Moths drawn to artificial lights are also more vulnerable to predation. It’s also not just the adult moths which are affected. Some moth caterpillars are attracted to artificial light, which could take them away from food sources, leave them more vulnerable to predators and impact their development.
Moths are amazing! There are around 2,500 species of moth in the UK, and they come in all shapes, sizes, and colours. Not only are they important in their own right, but moths are also incredible pollinators and a vital part of the food web – without moths, many other species could decline. #MothsMatter
With light pollution increasing each year, moths and other nocturnal insects are increasingly under threat. PhD student Madeleine delves into the dangers of light pollution for moths.
A Moon Meadow is a green space or planted area filled with plants which benefit our nighttime pollinators like moths, with an additional secret ingredient – the moon! Here’s how you can create one in your outdoor space at home.
Could your team be moth conservationists?
We’ve created a Moth Spotting Pack for you to download so you can see which marvellous moths you might spot throughout the year. You can also print it at home to tick off the ones you see!
By making a donation to Butterfly Conservation, you're helping to secure the future of butterflies, moths and their environment in the UK for generations to come.
Sign up to receive our monthly email newsletter 'All Aflutter' packed full of helpful guidance, the latest stories and inspiration from Butterfly Conservation and our fantastic community of butterfly and moth enthusiasts.
Show off your love of moths with our latest range of moth tees and totes.