The male pheromone mixture used in mating was first discovered almost 35 years ago, but the male moth aphrodisiac found in this study is a chemical called methyl salicylate. It is derived from ...

Study reveals a powerful pheromone chemical used by males moths to entice females. North Carolina State University researchers have identified the specific blend of pheromone chemicals ...

Male tobacco budworm moths collect perfume from flowers and emit it while they are courting females to make themselves more attractive. It is well known that female moths release scented chemicals ...