Because apparently some moths will land on sleeping animals and drink the tears directly from their eyes.
Not metaphorically.
Not “they’re attracted to moisture.”
They will perch beside an eyeball and sip.
It’s called lachryphagy, and they’re after things like salts and other nutrients in the tears.
Some species have been documented doing it to mammals, reptiles, and even sleeping birds.
Which means somewhere out there is an animal peacefully asleep while a moth is standing on its face like:
don’t mind me.
👁️🦋
And I’m sorry, but moths were already operating suspiciously close to the horror genre.
They did not need this.
Anyway.
Happy October.
You’re welcome for the unnecessary information. 🖤
Until next time,
-Destiny
P.S. What’s one completely unnecessary fact that made you look at something differently afterward?
