Like Moths to a Flame? We May Need a New Phrase. NYT: Science By: Veronique Greenwood 19 April 2024 at 15:01 Over time researchers have found fewer of the insects turning up in light traps, suggesting they may be less attracted to some kinds of light than they once were. ยฉ Anton Sorokin/AlamyAttracting moths and other insects with a light trap at night.