insect moth Moths comprise a group of insects related to butterflies, belonging to the order *Lepidoptera*. Most lepidopterans are moths; and there are thought to be approximately 160,000 species of moth, many of which are yet to be described. Most species of moth are nocturnal, but there are also crepuscular and diurnal species. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moth] agrotis butterfly cossidae requires discussion