Deceivers, The (Moths)

Synopsis

Moths are not only among the most beautiful and varied members of the insect community, they are also the most vulnerable. They have to depend largely on fraud to escape their enemies. Looks at the many evasive mechanisms used by moths, from cryptic camouflage to hairs that sting and deter attackers.

Series

Survival, Series

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 25 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1974

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Subjects

Biology

Keywords

insects; moths

Credits

Producer

Colin Willock

Writer

Malcolm Penny

Cast

Duncan Carse

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

Anglia Television

Distributor

Name

Oxford Scientific Films

Web

http://www.osf.uk.com External site opens in new window