The rare Bog Grass Moth found in nature reserve for first time

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What happened

Experts called it a "special surprise" to find an "incredibly sparse moth" in this habitat.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC Science and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:03:12 UTC.

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