Arthropods Daily – Issue No. 261

The diamondback moth is a small moth characterized by its gray and brown coloration and a cream-colored band on its back in the shape of a diamond. It has a global distribution and is found in various regions worldwide. The moth's body size is influenced by temperature, with warmer temperatures leading to smaller bodies and colder temperatures leading to larger bodies. The larger moths have better flight ability, longevity, and reproductive performance, which affects their migratory patterns.