The male's antennae surface area is increased by the larger feathery plumes that catch molecules of the female's pheromone, making it easier to locate her. 'They work very well, and the males can ...

Wing it as a majestic moth with this head piece, complete with proboscis (a moth's tongue-like mouthpart) and antennae. To get started, print out two copies of the antennae template PDF (3.7MB). a ...

Now name a type of moth. Stumped? That might be because ... Moths tend toward feathery or fuzzy antennae. Butterfly antennae are always thin and clubbed or hooked at the end, and never fuzzy.

Some big moth species have fat bodies, with powdery coats and antennae (the two stick-like things on their heads) that are shaped like big leaves, giving them a fuzzy, feathery appearance.