Question

Male Atlas Moth has huge antennae that can detect pheromone released by female moth from a distance of

• A. 1 km
• B. 3 km
• C. 5km
• D. 8 km

Answer 1

The correct option is D 8 km

Very shortly after the butterflies eclose from their cocoon, mating starts. The female will spread pheromones to attract a male. Due to the presence of huge Antennae, male moth can detect phermmones from a distance of 8 kilometers. Air and wind facilitate mating because it makes it easier for the male to find the location of the pheromones.

So, the correct option is '8 km'.