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Bogong moth migration begins across southeastern Australia

Original: The bogong moth migration is here. This is how (and why) they're on the move

The annual migration of bogong moths is under way, with the insects travelling from breeding grounds to the Australian Alps to shelter over summer. Reports explain how the moths navigate the long journey and why they make it, a natural event that also traditionally drew Aboriginal communities to the mountains for moth feasts.

Why now: The seasonal migration has started, prompting interest in this remarkable natural event.

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