Astroden Dennis Wanjeri
2 min readMay 28, 2023

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A moth

Tonight was an enchanting night as I delved into my studies, captivated by the soothing glow of my lamp. However, amidst the ambiance, a whimsical creature emerged, fluttering in a mysterious dance around the luminous source of light. It was a moth, a delicate visitor from the nocturnal realm, seemingly mesmerized by the incandescent allure that drew it near.

Now, let's unravel the enigma surrounding the moth's vision. It is not entirely accurate to say that moths are blind, for they do possess visual organs. However, their visual capabilities are indeed quite distinct from those of their diurnal counterparts. You see, my dear friend, moths have evolved to rely on different senses, casting them into a realm where light dances as a cryptic language only they understand.

In the grand tapestry of nature, moths have been bestowed with a gift, an extraordinary adaptation tailored to their nighttime escapades. Their eyes, though not as sharp as ours, are attuned to the subtlest flickers of moonlight filtering through the forest canopy. Their vision, like a soft brushstroke on a starlit canvas, captures the ethereal glow of the celestial bodies above.

So why, you may wonder, do they gravitate towards artificial lights with such fervor? Ah, it is a dance that speaks of a misplaced yearning, a longing for a connection with the moon's distant radiance. Imagine their delicate wings fluttering, each beat a whisper of hope as they circle a lightbulb. They mistake it for the celestial lantern that has guided their ancestors for generations.

Nature, in all its wisdom, never intended for this dance to unfold between moths and electric lights. The modern world has disrupted the delicate balance that once governed their nocturnal wanderings. Yet, as creatures of adaptation, they find themselves drawn to these artificial beacons, unable to resist the siren song that beckons them.

In this intricate dance between moths and light, an unintended consequence arises. As the moth alighted upon your pullover, it left behind delicate, ghostly patches. These ephemeral tokens, like moonlit kisses, are simply the scales that adorn its wings, remnants of its ethereal essence.

So, my friend, let us marvel at the mysteries of nature and the intricate intricacies of adaptation. The moth's enchanting flight around your lamp was not an act of mischief, but a delicate ballet between the realms of light and darkness. And as we bear witness to these magical encounters, may we tread softly, cherishing the beauty that arises even in the most unexpected moments.

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Astroden Dennis Wanjeri
Astroden Dennis Wanjeri

Written by Astroden Dennis Wanjeri

Unraveling the Hidden Threads of Nature, History, and Medical Innovation through the Curious Eyes of a Kenyan Medical Student at Comenius University, Slovakia.

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