Moths Confuse Weather Radars in Australia

In Australia, radar systems designed to detect rain are mistakenly picking up swarms of bogong moths. These moths are migrating to the Australian Alps, and their large numbers are causing confusion for meteorologists. This phenomenon has happened before, notably during the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000. The story highlights the interesting ways animals interact with our environment and how technology can sometimes misinterpret natural events.

Based on reporting from The Guardian. Read the original story →