bogon moths invasion nsw
When Wings Take Over Brisbane: From Delicate White Butterflies to the Mighty Bogon Moth Invasion There is a distinct magic—and sometimes a mild sense of bewilderment—that comes with living in Southeast Queensland when nature decides to stage a mass migration. If you’ve lived in Brisbane long enough, you’ve likely experienced those rare, unforgettable days when the skies suddenly fill with a fluttering white blizzard, or when your porch light becomes the epicentre for a buzzing, dusty blanket of brown moths. Let’s take a nostalgic look back at these winged spectacles, explore the history behind Brisbane’s most famous insect invasions, and look at what you actually need to do when they arrive. The Great White Butterfly Swarms of Decades Past Long-time Brisbane residents often reminisce about years gone by when millions of delicate white butterflies seemingly appeared out of nowhere, blanketing gardens and drifting in massive clouds over suburban rooftops. While people often m...
