Bogong Moths Swarm Australiaโs East Coast, Turning a Natural Migration Into a Public Nuisance
A sudden surge of Bogong moths has startled residents across Australiaโs east coast, with sightings reported in Sydney, Canberra and surrounding areas as the insects enter homes, cars and public buildings. Scientists say the seasonal migration is not new, but climate conditions and urban lighting may be intensifying the visibility and scale of the phenomenon.
