moths and butterflies have wings to fly and both originate from caterpillars. but there are differences between the two. moths are generally very active at night. they are very fond of light. at night they are very active when the moonlight is very bright.
however there are some moths which are very active during the day. the most noticeable difference between moths and butterflies is when they rest. the butterfly rest by closing its wings. whereas the moth rested while still spreading its wings.
moths are one of the pests of plantations in many parts of the earth. which caused severe damage especially to fruit plantations. In tropical areas such as our country, Indonesia and subtropics. many farmers have suffered heavy losses caused by moths.