Temnora mirabilis

Imagine a tiny airplane with beautiful wings! That's kind of like the Temnora mirabilis. It's a type of moth, and these little guys are super fast flyers. They are so small, you might miss them if you blink! They love to flutter around in the warm, green places of Africa.

This amazing moth lives in two special countries in Africa: Kenya and Rwanda. These places are full of tall trees and colorful flowers, perfect for a tiny moth to explore. They like to hide among the leaves and flowers, where they can find yummy food and stay safe from bigger animals.

Temnora mirabilis moths are like little sipping machines! They have a long, straw-like tongue called a proboscis. They use this to sip sweet nectar from flowers. Think of it like drinking juice through a super-long straw. This nectar gives them the energy they need to fly all day long!

This moth is super tiny! Its wings are only about as long as your fingernail, around 27 millimeters. That's smaller than a quarter! It's so light, you probably wouldn't even feel it if it landed on your hand. It's a little marvel of nature, perfectly built for its life.